Sales & Operations Manager – UK

Bharani Exim; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing export company is seeking a Sales & Operations Manager to oversee operations in the UK. The successful candidate will manage B2B and B2C sales, logistics, and last-mile delivery. A minimum of two years of experience in sales or operations is required, along with strong communication skills and a valid UK driver’s license. This role offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to grow the UK business from the ground up.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Leadership opportunity

Ownership of UK operations

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in sales and/or operations (food/FMCG/logistics preferred).
• Must have a valid UK driver’s license & own vehicle.
• Excellent communication skills – English & familiarity with Indian languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and acquire B2B customers.
• Drive B2C sales through our online platform.
• Manage cold chain & storage and distribute goods.

Skills

Sales experience

Logistics management

Customer communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Job Title: Sales & Operations Manager – UK

Location: United Kingdom (preferably London or Manchester area)
Type: Full-time | Immediate Joining
Company: Bharani Imports and Exports (UK Division)

About Us

Bharani Imports and Exports is a fast-growing India-based export company with a strong track record in fresh fruits and vegetable exports, currently expanding operations to the UK market. With over 45 international shipments this mango season alone, we are now setting up our own distribution model in the UK to serve both B2B and B2C segments.

Job Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and self-driven individual to oversee our UK operations. This is a dynamic, multi-functional role for someone with solid experience in sales, logistics, and last-mile delivery management.

You will be responsible for handling everything end-to-end – from receiving shipments to generating sales, managing deliveries, and supporting our soon-to-launch e-commerce platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and acquire B2B customers (Indian & ethnic grocery stores, restaurants, etc.)
• Drive B2C sales through our online platform – manage delivery team and route planning
• Pick up shipments from UK airports, manage cold chain & storage, and distribute goods
• Coordinate daily order processing and fulfilment for both retail and wholesale clients
• Liaise with Indian HQ for product planning, stock forecasting, and reporting
• Ensure timely and accurate communication with customers and delivery drivers
• Maintain basic records, invoices, and payment tracking
• Represent Bharani professionally in all business interactions

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in sales and/or operations (food/FMCG/logistics preferred)
• Must have a valid UK driver’s license & own vehicle (mandatory)
• Good understanding of UK geography and retail environment
• Excellent communication skills – English & familiarity with Indian languages is a plus
• Ability to work independently and take ownership
• Legal right to work in the UK

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Opportunity to lead and grow the UK business from the ground up
• Full ownership of day-to-day UK operations
• Long-term leadership potential as we expand across Europe