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Sales Director

Ref: AS8390180

MK18, UK

£80,000

  • Permanent
  • FMCG Specialist
  • Customer-Centric Solutions
  • Strategic Revenue Growth

About the candidate

The candidate is a seasoned Sales Director with over a decade of comprehensive experience in the food manufacturing sector. Now seeking a permanent role, they bring a wealth of expertise particularly in fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), where they have not only led but also inspired high-performance sales teams. Their strategic acumen and adeptness in customer-centric strategy development have catalyzed significant growth and enhanced brand visibility in previous roles.

They have consistently demonstrated inspirational leadership and possess strong negotiation capabilities, which have proven pivotal in building robust stakeholder relationships and achieving operational excellence. The candidate is driven by a motivation to foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, making them adept at navigating and thriving in dynamic business environments.

What makes them great?

  • Revenue Growth: Instrumental in the implementation of a new sales strategy that led to a 30% growth in market share over two years at a regional food manufacturer.
  • Innovative Business Development: Adept at identifying and capitalising on new business opportunities, evidenced by a 20% increase in sales within the first year of launching new product lines at a mid-size FMCG company.
  • People Development: Known for an inspirational leadership style that motivates teams and fosters a culture of success and continuous improvement.

Areas of expertise

  • Sales Team Leadership: Proven track record in mentoring and leading sales teams, focusing on the bakery and confectionery sectors, towards achieving and exceeding sales targets.
  • Strategy Development and Execution: Skilled in devising and implementing effective sales strategies that have significantly increased market share and revenue within the FMCG sector.
  • Stakeholder Management: Exceptional communication and relationship management skills that facilitate fruitful partnerships and enhance customer satisfaction and retention.