Senior Sales Manager (Commercial FMCG)

Maidstone, Kent

Monday to Friday (40hpw)

Generous base salary + life insurance, critical illness cover, pension, vitality health care, Bupa dental care, holiday allowance, and discretionary annual bonus.

We are currently working with a leading fresh produce business based near Maidstone; who due to some exciting changes, are currently seeking an experienced Senior Sales Manager to continue driving the business forward whilst maintaining key accounts.

The position requires a passionate, driven, and commercially-astute sales professional who is willing to go the extra mile to achieve the results expected. You will ideally come from a Fresh Produce (FMCG) background with a solid understanding of key account management, supply and demand forecasting, and delivering on budgets.

Day-to-Day Duties and Responsibilities

- Take full accountability for select customers

- Work closely with the sales team to ensure S&D is optimised

- Prepare and conduct monthly reviews with selected customers

- Conduct seasonal reviews for category management and planning

- Work in collaboration with other departments including Procurement, Supply Chain, Technical, and Production

- Have a solid understanding of product range and keep up to date with new information

- Be involved with promotional and demand planning with commercial teams

- Grow and develop a sales team

- Support the Sales Director and oversee the team regarding market information

Candidate Profile

- Previous experience working in a similar sales role, preferably within the fresh produce sector

- Ability to build rapport with key customers

- Previous experience liaising with overseas teams, knowledge of import/export is advantageous

- Have well-developed personal and written communication skills

- Excellent interpersonal skills coupled with leadership and management skills

- A proactive approach to sales with a strong international focus

- Be confident in writing reports and presenting data findings

- Be flexible to work 1 in 4 weekends (mornings only from home)

- Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines

- Good IT skills

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