Technical Sales Manager

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food ingredients sector seeks a Technical Sales Manager for South East England. The role focuses on new business development, requiring strong sales skills and a network in the food industry. Ideal candidates will be driven, energetic, and capable of building relationships with decision-makers. This position offers autonomy and the opportunity to work with respected names in food manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Proven background in food sales, ingredients, manufacturing, or foodservice.
• Comfortable with both hunting new business and growing key accounts.

Responsibilities

• Identify and convert new prospects across food manufacturing.
• Develop long-term partnerships that deliver mutual value.

Skills

Sales

Communication

Relationship Building

Job description

Technical Sales Manager, South East England

Client: The People Co.

Location: South East England, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

19.05.2025

Expiry Date:

03.07.2025

Job Description:

Are you a driven food industry sales professional with a passion for ingredients and a talent for opening doors? This is your opportunity to be a key player in the exciting next growth phase of a well-established and fast-moving ingredients business.

This company is trusted by some of the most respected names in food manufacturing and is now looking to expand its reach. They seek ambitious salespeople who bring energy, resilience, and a strong network within the food sector. If you love uncovering opportunities and want to work with like-minded professionals who value agility and creativity, read on.

Key Accountabilities

This is a new business development role where your ability to build relationships and win trust will be central. You'll identify and convert new prospects across food manufacturing, with regular customer visits and full ownership of the sales cycle.

You’ll connect with stakeholders in technical, procurement, NPD, and operations, developing long-term partnerships that deliver mutual value. This is a consultative sales environment, where understanding customer needs and offering tailored ingredient solutions will be your winning approach.

Ingredient sales experience is ideal, but applications from talented salespeople with a strong track record in any area of food or foodservice are also welcome.

Personal Profile

• A proven background in food sales, ingredients, manufacturing, or foodservice
• Comfortable with both hunting new business and growing key accounts
• Commercially sharp, persuasive, and able to quickly build trust with decision-makers
• A confident communicator who brings energy, integrity, and professionalism
• Enjoys autonomy, flexible working, and is naturally curious and driven
• Open to travel across the UK—and occasionally Europe—when needed

Ref Code: PR/013042

Due to high response levels, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear back within one week, your application has not been successful on this occasion.