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Multi-Functional Sales Director Opportunity

Employer
Seven Search & Selection
Location
Home based with office in South East England
Salary
£Highly Competitive Six Figure Sum + Package
Closing date
9 Apr 2019

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Business Sector
Food & Drink
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Function
Buying, Category Management, National Accounts, Sales

Job Details

Our client is a challenger brand in the UK but aspires to compete with the best. As they continue their growth trajectory, they are looking to create a multi-functional leadership position to drive their business forward. This exciting and innovative organisation continues to go from strength to strength and this is an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneurial Sales Director driven by the prospect of driving change and delivering substantial growth

As Sales Director you will:

  • Naturally you will Be expected to assess and review the current sales strategy to ensure it is fit for growth  
  • Line manage and develop a multi functional team with 2nd and 3rd tier line management responsibilities
  • Develop strong customer relationships through both formal business review meetings and informal contact at a senior level
  • Manage sales investment expenditure to budget, shape and challenge channel strategies to compete at the highest level
  • To manage the deployment of the channel/trade/brand marketing strategy across each channel to help drive sales, market share, volume and profit consistent with channel and customer requirements, working closely with the Marketing Department.
  • Ensure the necessary business resources are engaged and effectively managed in order to implement UK trade and category plans.
  • To achieve UK Commercial Objectives through focused support of a cross-functional team working, including Supply Chain, Purchasing, Sales and Finance.

We are looking for a resilient, highly numerate, commercially astute leader with extensive commercial experience, with the ability to influence at a Senior Level and to deliver a challenging Business Plan.

The successful candidate in this role will:

  • Currently be a Sales Director ready for a fresh challenge OR an outstanding Account / Channel / Grocery Controller/Director ready for their next step
  • Ideally be a multi-functional Commercial Leader or possess multi-functional experience in Category, Shopper and/or Strategic Planning positions
  • Be able to demonstrate Top to Top negotiation experience and develop profitable, relationships at a senior level with retail customers
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If you would like to find out more then please forward your CV to RECRUITMENT@WORKWITHSEVEN.COM REF: 13/15029/7 for more information and visit our website for further opportunities www.workwithseven.com.

Whilst we would like to respond to all our on-line applicants, regrettably we are unable to do so due to the high volumes we receive. If you do not hear back within 14 days unfortunately the relevant consultant has decided not to progress with your application. For alternative opportunities please visit the workwithseven website

Seven Search & Selection Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary (Interim) workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on the workwithseven website

Company

Seven is a leading provider of multi-functional recruitment solutions in Consumer Goods & Retail, covering roles in Sales, Marketing, Head Office functions, Category, Operations and Manufacturing. We provide executive search and selection as well as award-winning RPO services and interim solutions.

"One of the leaders in FMCG recruitment" - client feedback, Bayer.

"Having worked with some of the biggest names in recruitment, I would recommend Seven above all." - client feedback, Mars UK.

We are 20 passionate sector experts working from our London and Leeds offices. Take a look at our website to see all vacancies and learn more!

Company info
Website
Telephone
0330 010 8327
Location
Yorkshire House, Greek Street
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS1 5SH
United Kingdom

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