Head of Sales

An exciting opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading suppliers of premium value-added chilled food products as Head of Sales. The business operates across 4 core product areas and has significant presence across Grocery, Foodservice, Wholesale, Business to Business and Export channels. Following significant business growth, they are seeking a Head of Sales to take overall direct responsibility for driving business across all customer channels.

Responsibilities

Take overall direct responsibility for driving business across all customer channels; Set the strategic growth agenda; Take overall responsibility for sales activity; Manage and develop a team of 4 direct reports including 1 Senior NAM and 2 NAMs; Manage a portfolio of larger turnover customers; Report into the Commercial Director

Requirements

Currently operating in a retail focused National Account Controller or Account Director position; Minimum of 2 years people management experience; Strong negotiator; Good understanding of the NPD process

Nice to have

Private label & chilled experience

Benefits

Car or allowance; Bonus; Pension