Head of Sales

About the role

We are partnering with a well‑established consumer products business in Greater Manchester to find a Head of Sales. The role leads a national sales function, inspires high performance and drives the next phase of commercial growth across major grocery and retail customers.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a high‑performing sales team.
• Create a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous improvement.
• Build and execute commercial strategies that drive sustainable growth.
• Strengthen relationships with major grocery and retail customers.
• Support and develop customer growth plans across key accounts.
• Drive performance through effective forecasting, planning and execution.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to shape business direction.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and team effectiveness.

Required profile

• Proven leadership experience as Head of Sales, Sales Director or senior commercial leader.
• Strong experience managing major grocery retail customers.
• Track record of delivering commercial growth through strategy and execution.
• Ability to lead with conviction and provide clear decision‑making.
• Experience building high‑performing teams and driving accountability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Commercially astute, highly driven and comfortable in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills