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UK Sales Director (Spirits)

London Permanent £100,000 - £120,000 per year View Job Description
The Sales Director position is a critical role that requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in FMCG sales, capable of building robust relationships with key clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for steering the sales department's operations across On-Trade, Off-Trade, C&C & Convenience and ensuring its targets align with the company's overall strategy.
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  • Lead a sales team across Off-Trade, On-Trade and C&C/Convenience
  • Represent a portfolio of well-known brands

About Our Client

My client is an established, founder led business within spirits. As well as owning some strong recognisable brands, they also have a large own label business and operate both domestically and internationally across on-trade and grocery.

Job Description

  • Drive and execute the UK Sales strategy across On-Trade, Off-Trade and C&C/Convenience
  • Support & build strong internal and external relationships
  • Build, motivate and develop sales teams. Set targets, offer support and be able to make tough decisions
  • Hold full P&L responsibility for the UK market
  • Regularly analyse sales data and report on sales activities and performance
  • Stay ahead of market trends and competition
  • Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure a harmonised approach to business growth
  • Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction

The Successful Applicant

A successful Sales Director should have:

  • Proven experience in a sales leadership role within either food or drink
  • Experience across the On-Trade, Off-Trade, C&C and Convenience within the UK
  • Exceptional leadership and team management skills
  • Own label and branded experience
  • Proficiency in analysing sales data and market trends
  • Excellent reporting, communication, negotiation and leadership skills
  • Excellent client relationship management skills
  • A strategic mindset with a focus on innovative growth strategies

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary range up to £120k depending on experience
  • Attractive bonus scheme
  • Generous car allowance
  • Home based role with a London office
Contact
Will Barratt
Quote job ref
JN-092024-6542627
Phone number
+44 207 269 2223

Job summary

Job function
Sales
Subsector
FMCG & Consumer
Sector
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Will Barratt
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2223
Job reference
JN-092024-6542627