Up to £130,000 | London or Home Counties | Hybrid
About the Role
An ambitious, fast-growing food business is looking for an experienced commercial leader to spearhead its next phase of international retail expansion.With products already stocked by major supermarkets, the brand is entering a pivotal stage of growth across the UK and continental Europe.
This is a high-impact, senior position offering the chance to shape commercial strategy, build strong partnerships with leading retailers, and lead a growing international sales team.The ideal candidate will bring a mix of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, with a proven track record of delivering results in fast-paced FMCG environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and lead the commercial strategy for retail growth across the UK, France, Spain, and wider European markets.
* Manage and expand partnerships with major retailers (e.g.Tesco, Waitrose, Ocado, Carrefour, Monoprix).
* Oversee sell-in and sell-out activities, including promotions, product launches, and in-store execution.
* Define pricing and margin strategies aligned with company objectives.
* Build and lead a high-performing commercial team across multiple geographies.
* Manage distributor and wholesale relationships to extend market reach.
* Collaborate closely with internal teams including Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Quality.
* Monitor sales performance, analyse key metrics, and take corrective action where needed.
* Represent the business externally at trade events and buyer meetings, strengthening market presence.
The right person
* A senior commercial professional with 15+ years of FMCG experience, ideally in food or world food categories.
* Strong UK and European retail exposure, with a successful track record of delivering profitable growth.
* Experience managing both direct retail accounts and indirect distributor channels.
* Demonstrated leadership experience across international teams.
* Strong commercial and analytical skills, with the ability to balance strategy and execution.
* Highly credible and influential at retail buyer level.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
* Fluent in English and French (required).
* Confident, collaborative communicator with a hands-on approach and clear sense of ownership.
Location: London or nearby (Home Counties), with flexibility for European travel.
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