Head of Sales

Head of Sales

Greater London

Office Based 3 days a week

£85,000-£95,000 + Benefits

We’re working on behalf of an SME that manufactures a range of premium food products looking to hire a Head of Sales. This role offers the chance to lead a high-performing sales team, drive business growth, and expand both UK and international markets. It’s a fantastic opportunity for someone with a proven track record in sales leadership to step into a key role with room for progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to drive growth in the UK and globally.
• Lead and manage the sales team, setting KPIs and ensuring performance targets are met.
• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities and markets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers.
• Collaborate with marketing and other departments to align strategies.
• Monitor sales performance, reporting regularly to senior leadership.
• Manage and optimize sales budgets for maximum impact and ROI.
• Ensure smooth management of client relationships and day-to-day operations.

Team Leadership:

• Manage, coach, and develop a team of 4 direct and 3 indirect reports.
• Set and monitor KPIs, driving team success and new business growth.
• Foster a proactive and results-driven sales culture, leading by example.

To be considered you’ll need to display the following:

• Proven experience as Head of Sales or similar role in the UK food/drink FMCG sector.
• Strong leadership and client relationship management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of UK grocery retailers and market trends.
• Strategic, analytical, and results-oriented mindset.
• Strong communication, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Potential to step into a Sales Director role

If you’re a hands-on leader with a passion for driving results, this role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a talented team and help shape the future of a fast-growing business.