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We are pleased to exclusively represent this exciting Drinks FMCG business on a serious growth trajectory. This business has been around for many years and enjoys an exceptional following across the Midlands & the North of England.
Head of Sales, Established Brewery, North of England, Up to £60,000 plus bonus and travel
As Head of Sales, you'll be responsible for driving commercial success, building strategic listings with national accounts, and managing a talented junior sales team. The role blends leadership, commercial acumen and hands‑on sales activity – perfect for someone hungry, ambitious, and ready to make a real impact.
Candidates from a beer background will be preferred.
Company Benefits
* Competitive salary with performance‑related bonus.
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
* The chance to shape, build and grow a business from the start.
Your role as the Head of Sales will include:
* Lead and develop a growing team of junior sales executives, providing guidance, training, and performance management
* Secure and expand listings with national retail and hospitality groups, as well as key RTM and wholesale partners
* Build and execute a commercial strategy that delivers measurable growth across key channels
* Act as a senior commercial voice within the business, reporting directly to leadership and feeding into wider strategy
* Represent the brand at industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings to grow presence and reputation
* Analyse sales data and trends to identify opportunities and build business cases for growth
* Work collaboratively with marketing and operations to align sales activity with wider brand goals
Have you achieved any of the following:
* Proven track record in the Drinks FMCG sector, with existing relationships across on‑trade, off‑trade and RTM. Preferably beer or draught products.
* Strong people leadership skills, with experience managing or mentoring junior team members
* Excellent commercial acumen, negotiation ability, and confidence pitching to national customers
* A strategic mindset, with the energy and resilience to thrive in a scaling business
* Based in or near the North of England, with flexibility to travel across the UK
If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CV’s to Mark@corecruitment.com
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