Sales Manager South

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

Benefits offered by this job

Pension (Scottish Widows)

Employee discounts

Free parking

33 days annual leave

Training & development

Career progression

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive colleague benefits

Enhanced Family Leave

Job summary

Mole Valley Farmers Limited is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead our Southern feed sales team and shape the future of Mole Valley Feed Solutions. This is a field-based role centered on delivering trusted advice, building strong relationships with farmer shareholders and customers, and driving growth in UK agriculture.

You will develop and execute a regional sales strategy, lead from the front, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure a joined-up, future-focused approach while

Qualifications

• You must have proven experience in a sales leadership role within agriculture.
• Strong commercial awareness with a track record of growth.
• Solid knowledge of ruminant nutrition and UK farming landscape.
• You’ll engage and motivate field-based teams and key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Sales leadership

Agricultural sector experience

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Job description

Sales Manager South

Application Deadline: 31 December 2026

Department: Sales

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Field Based - Huntworth Mill

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.

About The Role

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time

Salary: Competitive

Hours of Work: 40 Hours per week

As Sales Manager, you’ll take ownership of the Southern feed sales function, leading a field-based team and ensuring a consistent, customer-focused approach across the region.

• 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.

About You

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

• 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

What We Offer

• 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