UK Sales Director – Sustainable Food Packaging

Harrison Scott Associates; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a visionary UK Sales Director for sustainable food packaging. This role involves spearheading growth in the UK market, driving relationships with retailers and food producers, and leading a high-performing sales team. The ideal candidate possesses strong sales leadership, key industry relationships, and a passion for sustainability. A rare opportunity to lead a division backed by a major European brand.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sustainable packaging solutions.
• Strong relationships with UK retail and food industry buyers.
• Entrepreneurial and strategic mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop UK sales strategy to achieve growth targets.
• Strengthen relationships with national retailers and distribution partners.
• Lead and mentor the sales team.

Skills

Sales leadership

Relationship building with key buyers

Commercial acumen

Passion for sustainability

Job description

Overview

Job Title: UK Sales Director – Sustainable Food Packaging

Salary: £70k to £100k per annum (depending on experience), OTE £120k

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 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.

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