Sales Director - Contract Catering

Illume Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned contract catering firm in Greater London is seeking a proven Sales Director to manage a team and expand their portfolio across the UK. The ideal candidate must currently hold a Sales Director or Business Development role in Contract Catering, with strong knowledge of the bid process and a successful history in sales pitches. This role requires robust commercial and financial acumen to drive revenue growth effectively.

Qualifications

• Current role as Sales Director or Business Development Director in Contract Catering.
• Strong experience in the bid and tender process.
• Proven ability in leading successful sales pitches.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 3.
• Lead on bids and tenders.
• Grow the sales portfolio across the UK.

Skills

Sales leadership

Bid and tender process

Sales presentations

Commercial acumen

Financial acumen

Job description

My client is an established contract caterer and one of the market leaders in their field. They are currently recruiting for a proven Sales Director to grow their already strong portfolio across the UK.

As Sales Director, you will manage a team of 3, lead on bids and tenders and ideally have the following experience/skills:

• Currently be in a Sales Director or Business Development Director role within Contract Catering
• Have a full understanding and experience of the bid and tender process
• Proven track record of leading and delivering sales pitches and presentations
• Strong commercial and financial acumen

All candidates applying for this Sales Director role must be currently in a Business Development role within Contract Catering.