Sales Manager

Mole Valley Farmers; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scottish Widows contributory pension -

Up to 25% colleague discount in store

Free parking on site

33 days of annual leave including bank

Excellent training and development

Plenty of career progression

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive colleague benefits

Enhanced Family Leave Policies

Job summary

Mole Valley Farmers is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead our Southern feed sales team and help shape the Mole Valley Feed Solutions business. You will drive growth, build strong relationships with farmer shareholders and customers, and lead a team delivering trusted advice and innovative feed solutions.

In this hands-on leadership role you will develop a clear sales strategy with the Head of Agri Feed Sales, align it with UK agriculture needs, and influence performance and direction

Qualifications

• Experience in a sales leadership role within the agricultural sector.
• Strong commercial awareness with a track record of delivering growth.
• Solid knowledge of ruminant nutrition and the UK farming landscape.
• An inspiring leader who can engage, develop, and motivate a team.
• Thrive in a field-based, relationship-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing feed sales team.
• Shape and deliver a clear regional sales strategy aligned to business goals.
• Drive sustainable growth and real customer engagement.
• Build strong relationships with farmer shareholders and customers.
• Champion expertise in ruminant nutrition and industry best practice.
• Collaborate with internal teams for a joined-up, future-focused approach.

Skills

Sales leadership

Agriculture knowledge

Team development

Strategic planning

Job description

We're looking for an experienced and commercially driven Sales Manager to lead our Southern feed sales team and play a key role in shaping the future of our Mole Valley Feed Solutions business. This is a key leadership role where you'll drive growth, build strong relationships with our farmer shareholders and customers, and lead a team that delivers trusted advice, knowledge, and innovative feed solutions. You'll work closely with the Head of Agri Feed Sales to develop and execute a clear, forward-thinking sales strategy that supports UK agriculture and strengthens our market position. You'll be empowered to lead from the front, bring fresh ideas, and influence both performance and direction within a business that is deeply rooted in supporting farmers. You'll be joining Mole Valley Farmers at an exciting time in its development. As part of a business with an industry-leading, comprehensive farm solutions offering, you'll be supported by substantial manufacturing and logistics infrastructure and industry-leading technical expertise across all farm inputs. Backed by a significant investment strategy, we are growing our capabilities to better serve our customers, drive sustainable business growth, and create new opportunities for our people. With customers at the heart of everything we do, there has never been a better time to develop your career with Mole Valley Farmers.

• Leading, motivating, and developing a high-performing feed sales team
• Shaping and delivering a clear regional sales strategy aligned to business goals
• Driving sustainable growth and real customer engagement
• Building strong relationships with farmer shareholders and customers
• Championing expertise in ruminant nutrition and industry best practice
• Collaborating with internal teams to ensure a joined-up, future-focused approach

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll combine strategic thinking with day-to-day commercial delivery, making a real impact in the field.

We're looking for someone who brings both leadership capability and sector expertise, with a passion for supporting farmers and driving results.

• Have proven experience in a sales leadership role within the agricultural sector
• Bring strong commercial awareness and a track record of delivering growth
• Have solid knowledge of ruminant nutrition and the UK farming landscape
• Be an inspiring leader who can engage, develop, and motivate a team
• Thrive in a field-based, relationship-driven environment
• Be proactive, resilient, and focused on delivering results

• Scottish Widows contributory pension - company will match up to 5%
• Up to 25% colleague discount in store
• Free parking on site
• 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time colleagues)
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Plenty of career progression opportunities
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust
• Comprehensive colleague benefits
• Enhanced Family Leave Policies