National Sales Manager

Our client is a leading UK manufacturer and distributor of sustainable, award-winning products serving the Hospitality, Leisure, Foodservice, and Retail sectors. Their client base includes major QSR brands, pub chains, stadiums, festivals, and sporting events, supplied through a trusted network of distributors and wholesalers.

Driven by innovation, they’re transforming the packaging and disposables industry using revolutionary materials and cutting-edge technology. With sustainability at the core of their ethos, they’ve built a reputation for designing bespoke, eco-conscious solutions tailored to modern market demands.

Following continued strong growth and product innovation, they’re now seeking an experienced manager and operator for the newly created position of National Sales  Manager to manage the external sales team as well as a small internal sales department.

The Role

• To develop, manage and direct a team of salespeople. To ensure customers receive excellent support and service maximising every sales opportunity.
• Help sell new products and to target customers.
• Work with the larger independent national accounts, calling on the business owners and directors to strengthen strategic partnerships.
• To support and work with the leadership team, to deliver the corporate plan.
• To ensure all staff have clear objectives and to hold weekly one to ones.
• To look for new opportunities’ product, market, customer and present recommendations and plan to senior team.

The Person

You will be a dynamic and adaptable commercial professional with:

• Proven experience managing national high spending accounts
• Proven sales management experience.
• A strong track record in the Hospitality, Foodservice or packaging sector.
• The ability to build strategic relationships with key stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and reporting skills.

The Offer

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking, values-led business at the forefront of sustainable product innovation. A competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package are on offer.

Contact: Craig Tindall

Reference: CMT/94989

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