Head of Sales - WFH

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise alimentaire britannique en pleine croissance recherche un Head of Sales ambitieux pour piloter sa fonction de vente nationale. Ce poste senior à distance implique de gérer une équipe, de développer des stratégies de vente et de collaborer avec différents départements pour assurer la croissance commerciale.

Qualifications

• Expérience significative dans un rôle de direction des ventes, idéalement dans l'environnement alimentaire ou FMCG.
• Historique avéré de croissance des ventes et gestion d'équipes performantes.
• Compréhension approfondie des marchés alimentaires B2B et/ou de détail au Royaume-Uni.

Responsibilities

• Développer et exécuter la stratégie de vente globale.
• Gérer une équipe de responsables de comptes et de développement commercial.
• Identifier de nouvelles opportunités de revenus et pénétrer le marché.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Strategic thinking

Negotiation skills

Results-oriented

Communication

Job description

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An ambitious and fast-growing UK food manufacturer is seeking a commercially driven Head of Sales to lead and scale its national sales function. This senior leadership role will oversee strategic growth across retail, wholesale, foodservice, and events channels, playing a central role in shaping the commercial future of the business.

THIS IS A HOME BASED POSITION WITH UK TRAVEL.

The company supplies a portfolio of high-quality food products to major retailers, businesses, and events across the UK, and is now looking for a dynamic leader to drive further expansion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the overall sales strategy across all commercial channels.
• Lead, manage, and mentor a growing team of sales account managers and business development professionals.
• Build and maintain relationships with major retail buyers, distributors, and key partners.
• Identify new revenue opportunities and drive market penetration through innovation and strong commercial execution.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, operations, and product teams to align growth strategies.
• Monitor performance metrics, sales forecasts, and market trends to drive decision-making and performance.

Candidate Profile:

• Extensive experience in a senior sales leadership role, ideally within food, FMCG, or a related consumer goods environment.
• Proven track record of delivering significant sales growth and managing high-performing teams.
• Strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and excellent negotiation skills.
• Deep understanding of the UK retail and/or B2B food markets.
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Results-oriented, with a hands-on approach to leadership.