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Position: Head of Sales (SME Food Brand)

Location: London hybrid

We’re partnering with an ambitious, fast-growing branded food business that is looking for a Head of Sales to lead its next stage of commercial growth.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a commercially sharp sales leader who loves building strategy, developing people, and staying close to key customers. You’ll take ownership of the UK sales strategy across multiple channels, lead and coach a small team of National Account Managers, and continue to manage key customer relationships across grocery and out-of-home.

The role will suit someone operating at Controller or Senior NAM level who is ready to step into a broader leadership position within a dynamic, entrepreneurial business.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Developing and executing the UK sales strategy

• Managing and growing relationships across grocery and key out-of-home customers

• Leading, coaching, and developing a team of NAMs

• Delivering sustainable revenue and profit growth

• Identifying new business opportunities and routes to market

• Working cross-functionally with marketing, operations, and finance

• Helping shape the long-term commercial direction of the business

We’re looking for someone with:

• Experience managing major grocery accounts

• Someone who has worked for another SME / challenger brand, not only blue chip

• Ideally some exposure to other channels e.g., out-of-home or foodservice

• A background in branded food, drink, or consumer products

• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills

• Experience mentoring or managing junior commercial talent

• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment

• An interest in health, nutrition, wellness, or performance-led consumer brands would be a bonus

What’s on offer:

• Performance bonus

• Hybrid working, with 2 to 3 days per week in a London-based office

• The chance to shape and lead a growing commercial function

• A high-visibility role within an ambitious and expanding business