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Head of Sales (Food): Grocery

On-site in London·Added 16 days ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Agency
Michael Page UK

1249 open roles

Overview

Salary
£95,000 - £110,000 a year

About £5,470 - £6,030 a month after tax.

Contract
Permanent contract

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

A successful Head of Sales should have:

  • Experience managing national accounts across grocery and or discounters.
  • Strong experience in sales leadership.
  • A background in FMCG.
  • A proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Strategic thinking with a focus on business growth.
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret market data and sales trends.
  • A results-driven approach with the ability to work under pressure.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Competitive salary of £95,000-£110,000 dependent on the level of experience.
  • Bonus opportunities linked to performance.

The role

As the Head of Sales you'll oversee the sales strategy and drive revenue growth. This role involves managing key accounts, leading a sales team, and identifying new business opportunities to ensure the company meets its commercial goals.

What you'll do

  • Develop and implement a sales strategy to achieve business objectives.
  • Manage and nurture relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the sales team to meet targets.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the retail sector.
  • Analyse market trends to inform sales strategies and decision-making.
  • Work closely with other departments to align sales with company goals.
  • Monitor sales performance and prepare regular reports for senior management.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

How you'll work

  • This role is 3 days a week in London (Tues-Thurs). Stop-overs and commute not expensed

Summary

  • Lead UK growth for a trusted food brand with strong market presence
  • Shape commercial strategy while driving high-impact team and customer success

About Michael Page UK

Michael Page is a recruitment agency that connects businesses with job seekers, offering services ranging from experienced professional hiring to executive search, scaled recruitment and outsourcing solutions. The company operates globally, with more than 100 offices across 34 countries.

Its teams blend market insights, data and advanced technology to deliver hiring outcomes, and it also publishes career advice and salary guides for job seekers.

Industry
Staffing

In their own words

About the company & team

A branded and own label manufacturer of baked food, supplying retailers and consumers with high-quality, convenient food products. Known for innovation, strong customer partnerships, and a commitment to sustainable growth, the business operates within a fast-paced FMCG environment with significant opportunities for commercial leadership.

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