A market-leading business operating within the FMCG and retail supply chain sector is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Sales Director to lead its UK sales function.

This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for strategic retailer relationships, national sales performance, and team leadership, offering significant autonomy, influence, and long-term career progression.

The Role

Reporting directly to the UK Managing Director, you will be responsible for developing and executing the UK retailer strategy, delivering profitable growth, and leading a national field-based sales team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, coaching and developing a national sales team
• Managing and expanding strategic relationships with major UK retailers
• Creating and delivering long-term customer growth strategies
• Identifying and converting new commercial opportunities
• Owning commercial performance, forecasting and budget delivery
• Representing the business at senior customer and industry level

The Ideal Candidate

You will be a proven senior sales leader with extensive experience operating within UK retail and FMCG environments.

Key requirements:

• 7+ years' experience managing major retailer accounts
• Demonstrable experience leading and developing sales teams
• Strong commercial and strategic capability
• Confident presenting and negotiating at Director / Head of level
• Background in FMCG supply, pooling, fresh produce, protein or retail supply chain highly desirable

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing, market-leading organisation in a pivotal leadership role, with genuine scope to shape strategy, influence growth, and make a significant commercial impact.

To apply or for a confidential discussion, please submit your CV