Sales Director

TipTopJob; Greater London; On-site; GBP 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global drinks brand is seeking a Sales Director to oversee sales operations and drive growth. With a competitive package up to GBP 130,000, this role requires at least 10 years in senior sales positions within the beverage sector. Responsibilities include developing sales strategies, leading a team, and maintaining key client relationships. Strong leadership and analytical abilities are essential for success. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a well-established company in the drinks industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in a Senior Sales role within the drink industry.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing sales strategies for revenue growth.
• Strong leadership and management skills to inspire the sales team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies for national growth.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate the sales team to achieve targets.
• Build strong relationships with key accounts and partners.

Skills

Sales leadership

Relationship building

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Team management

Job description

Overview

Sales Director: Global Drinks Brand: National: Up to GBP 130,000 plus package.

An exciting opportunity to join this recognizable and established drinks business. The company is a well-known and respected drinks brand with years of success in global sales. Their product range is diverse and at the forefront of both the on- and off-trade, with an exceptional history and culture.

As the Sales Director, you will be at the forefront of our sales operations, overseeing the development and execution of sales strategies to achieve our ambitious goals. This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in sales leadership within the beverage industry, particularly in the alcohol sector. You will lead a talented sales team, cultivate relationships with key clients, and ensure our brands continued success in a competitive market.

Overall the Sales Director will have the ability to get stuck in, generate sales, grow the team and deliver a strategy to board level. This role requires experience across Drinks FMCG touching upon both on- and off-trade sales, with commercial success at the forefront.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies that align with our business objectives and drive national growth.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a high-performing sales team to achieve individual and team targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts, distributors, and partners to enhance brand presence and drive sales.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify opportunities, trends, and competitive landscape to inform sales strategies.
• Set clear performance metrics, monitor progress, and implement initiatives to improve sales performance and achieve targets.
• Work closely with marketing, supply chain, RTM, and other departments to ensure cohesive strategies and optimal product availability.
• Provide regular reports and insights to senior management on sales performance, market trends, and strategic initiatives.

The Ideal Sales Director Candidate

• Minimum of 10 years experience in a Senior Sales role within the drink industry
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing sales strategies that drive significant revenue growth.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and drive a sales team to exceed targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Willingness to travel regularly to meet with clients, distributors, and team members across the country.

If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CVs to Mark at COREcruitment. We are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North and Central America and South East Asia.

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