?? Head of Sales - Grocery ??
??Central London – 3 office days per week
??£70- £80k plus bonus??
Are you a driven, innovative sales leader with a passion for food and sustainability? Do you want to be part of a fast-growing, disruptive brand that’s shaking up the grocery and food industry? This is your chance to join a challenger brand on a rapid growth trajectory, with bold ambitions and a growing product portfolio.
What skills do you need to have to be considered?
?? Proven experience in FMCG sales leadership, within a high-growth startup or challenger brand.
?? In-depth knowledge of the UK grocery and food service landscape.
??A track record of securing new grocery listings and driving sales growth.
??Outstanding communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
??Entrepreneurial spirit with a proactive, results-oriented mindset.
??Ability to work independently and own the sales strategy from day one.
??Passion for food innovation, sustainability, and making a positive impact.
?? Develop and implement a killer sales strategy to drive growth across grocery, food service, and beyond.
??Cultivate strong relationships with existing customers while seeking out new business opportunities.
??Lead commercial negotiations with retailers and guide the entire sales process from start to finish.
??Provide critical insights into category trends, forecasting, and business planning.
??Collaborate closely with marketing, finance, and operations to ensure seamless execution and success.
??Deliver top-tier customer service and manage key accounts to build lasting partnerships.
??Be the face of the brand at industry events, bringing energy and passion to every interaction.
?? Foster an inclusive, collaborative team culture in line with our brand values.
In return for everything you can bring, the business can offer you ??:
??Competitive salary + bonus structure ??
??The opportunity to be part of a fast-growing, purpose-driven company.
??Work alongside a passionate, ambitious, and supportive team.
?? A platform for personal growth and career development.
?? Play a vital role in building something special that makes a real difference.
??An unbelievable office with complimentary Gym classes!
What happens next? ??
Now: Apply today with your CV which will be reviewed by our MKJ Ignite team.
First Stage: Teams call with the hiring manager, we are looking to move as quickly as possible for this role.
Second Stage: Face to face interview in the office
?? People are at the heart of everything we do. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process that means people can be their best authentic self. ??
We would love to reply to all applications, regrettably we are unable to do so due to the high volumes we receive, so if you do not hear back within 14 days unfortunately on this role it won’t be progressing. It is possible that the position could be in the process of closing, so chalk it up to bad timing. But, have no fear! There will be more opportunities. Follow us so you don’t miss them. ??