Interim Sales Director – Minimum 12 Month Contract - Independent Retail - £120-150K + Benefits

My client is a well-established food & beverage business with a brilliant reputation across the retail and wholesale sectors.

They are seeking an Interim Sales Director to lead their team and drive their sales strategies across their independent retail division.

The successful Interim Sales Director will have strong franchise and business development experience within the food industry, whilst possessing credible knowledge on capital light and investment, with ability to influence and confidently sell all aspects of the business.

This is the perfect role for a high performing Sales Director who is either immediately available or available at short notice, to join a reputable business.

This interim contract will be a minimum of 12 months; however, it is very likely to be extended for long term or made permanent for the right person.

Responsibilities include:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing member retailers, understanding their needs and challenges.
• Identify opportunities for growth and development within retail network.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop tailored solutions and initiatives to support retailer success.
• Provide training and support to retailers on product knowledge, merchandising, and sales techniques.
• Analyse market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities for growth.
• Represent the business at industry events and trade shows.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators to track progress and identify areas for improvement.

The Ideal Interim Sales Director Candidate:

• Have a proven track record working within Wholesale, Foodservice, Convenience or FMCG markets.
• A Solid understanding of C&C Wholesale, Delivered Wholesale and Convenience Retail channels is essential.
• Proven experience in independent retail management, sales, or business development.
• Have strong multi-category knowledge with thorough understanding of the Wholesale sector and trading regulations.
• Strong people skills with ability to build rapport.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be happy to travel and work away from home on a regular basis.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / mikey@corecruitment.com