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Head of Retail Sales

Ref: AS3297537

Reading, UK

£60,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sales Leadership
  • FMCG Market Expert
  • Team Development

About the candidate

The candidate brings over a decade of deep-seated experience in retail sales within the FMCG sector, demonstrating a successful trajectory especially in over-the-counter environments. Their career is marked by a significant ability to drive sales and expand market share, underscored by a strong sense of strategic planning and commercial savviness. Notably adept in fostering robust partnerships and achieving measurable results in highly competitive set-ups, this candidate stands out for their capability to nurture team potential and instil accountability across their leadership span.

Further, they have been instrumental in steering team dynamics towards high performance and are regarded for their skills in cross-functional cooperation. This strategic orientation and proactive approach ensure optimized operations and the realisation of substantial growth opportunities across various sales channels.

What makes them great?

  • Proven Growth Driver: Achieved a significant 30% increase in market share within two years through effective retail account management and strategy implementation.
  • Strategic Development: Successfully built and sustained productive relationships with key retail partners, fostering growth in a highly competitive OTC product market.
  • Operational Optimization: Known for leveraging insights to optimize product placements and promotions, directly influencing enhanced visibility and sales across channels.

Areas of expertise

  • Retail Sales Management: Proven track record in managing and growing retail accounts, resulting in a 30% increase in market share over two years.
  • Strategic Account Growth: Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective sales strategies in collaboration with major retailers and e-commerce platforms.
  • Team Leadership and Development: Skilled in coaching and enhancing the strategic capabilities of sales teams, driving them towards strong performance outcomes.