Sales Director - FMCG

About the Role

Our client, a leading force in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) market, is seeking a visionary and accomplished Sales Director to lead their sales operations from their Leeds office. This senior leadership role demands strategic thinking, exceptional people management skills, and a deep understanding of the FMCG sales landscape . You will be responsible for setting sales targets, developing sales strategies, and leading a high-performing sales team to drive revenue growth and expand market presence across the UK. This is a critical position for an experienced sales leader looking to make a substantial impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative sales strategies to achieve and exceed revenue targets across all FMCG channels .
• Lead, mentor, and motivate the national sales team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, distributors, and stakeholders at senior levels.
• Analyze sales performance, market trends, and competitor activities to identify strategic opportunities.
• Collaborate with marketing, operations, and finance teams to ensure alignment and successful execution of commercial plans.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in a senior sales leadership role within the FMCG industry .
• Proven track record of driving significant sales growth and market share expansion.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Deep understanding of the UK retail and wholesale FMCG market .
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA is advantageous.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive salary and substantial bonus potential.
• Company car and executive benefits package.
• Comprehensive private healthcare and pension contributions.
• Significant influence on company strategy and direction.
• Opportunity for hybrid working , blending strategic office work with flexibility.