UK Sales Director - Sustainable Food Packaging

Harrison Scott Associates; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a UK Sales Director to spearhead the UK division for a top producer of sustainable food packaging. In this role, you will drive growth by managing key accounts and developing new customer relationships. The ideal candidate will be a proven sales leader with a passion for sustainability and a strategic mindset.

Qualifications

• Proven sales leader with a track record in sustainable packaging solutions.
• Strong relationships with key UK retail and food industry buyers.
• Commercially astute and strategically minded.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the UK sales strategy.
• Expand market share by strengthening relationships.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing sales team.
• Represent the brand at senior level in industry forums.

Skills

Proven sales leader experience

Strong relationships with UK retail buyers

Commercially astute

Passion for sustainability

Job description

Are you ready to lead the UK growth story for one of Europe’s most innovative and sustainable manufacturers?

Our client is one of Germany’s largest producers of sustainable food packaging, trusted by retailers and food brands. With an established UK presence generating £10 million in annual sales – and rising fast – they are now seeking a visionary UK Sales Director to spearhead the next phase of expansion.

Why this role?

• Make a real impact: You’ll take ownership of the UK market, driving growth with both existing key accounts and exciting new customers.
• Lead with purpose: Join a business that is setting the standard in eco-friendly packaging solutions – a sector experiencing exponential demand.
• Backed for success: Benefit from the resources, reputation, and scale of a European market leader, while enjoying the entrepreneurial freedom to shape strategy and grow the UK team.

What you’ll be doing:

• Developing and executing the UK sales strategy to deliver ambitious growth targets.
• Expanding market share by strengthening relationships with national retailers, food producers, and distribution partners.
• Leading and mentoring a high-performing sales team as the UK presence scales.
• Acting as the face of the business in the UK, representing the brand at senior level and in industry forums.

What we’re looking for:

• A proven sales leader with a track record in sustainable packaging solutions
• Strong relationships with key UK retail and food industry buyers.
• Commercially astute, strategically minded, and entrepreneurial in approach.
• Passion for sustainability and driving positive change in the packaging sector.

This is a rare opportunity to take the reins of a high-growth UK division backed by a leading European powerhouse. If you’re motivated by challenge, inspired by sustainability, and excited to lead from the front, we’d love to hear from you.