Overview
Sales Manager UK & Ireland – The Kingfish Company is seeking a UK-based candidate to drive expansion in the region. Location: Remote (UK-based). Reporting to the Commercial Director.
About The Role
Are you ready to take on the UK & Irish culinary scene and connect top-tier chefs with a world-class brand? As the UK & Ireland Sales Manager at The Kingfish Company, you’ll be the driving force behind our expansion in the region. This is your chance to blend your passion for premium seafood with your industry know-how, building relationships and skyrocketing Kingfish’s presence in the UK. If you have a proven track record in sales and deep-rooted connections in the restaurant world, you’ll thrive as a cornerstone of our pioneering team.
Responsibilities
* Lead Generation: Spark connections with top culinary talent, utilizing social media, emails, and onsite visits to bring chefs into the Kingfish network and keep your pipeline sharp.
* Distributor Development: Forge partnerships and expand our reach with new and existing distributors to grow our presence in food service sector across the UK & Ireland.
* Market Research: Discover and qualify new UK sales and distributor opportunities, laying the groundwork for growth with insight-driven market research.
* Database Management: Keep your pipeline sharp, tracking chef leads to ensure targets are met and surpassed.
* Relationship Building: Cultivate relationships with restaurants, chefs and distributors, establishing The Kingfish Company as the go-to name in quality, sustainable seafood.
* Event Coordination: Host chef tastings and events, collaborating to showcase Kingfish and build buzz in the industry.
* Distributor Development: Forge partnerships and expand our reach with distributors to grow our presence in the hotel and restaurant sectors across UK & Ireland.
About You
* Proven sales track record in the food industry, ideally within seafood or hospitality.
* A strong network and deep knowledge of the seafood distribution networks, restaurant, catering and hotel market across the UK and Ireland.
* Passionate about premium seafood and sustainability—bonus points for aquaculture insight.
* Advanced in Microsoft Office.
* Must be based in the United Kingdom.
What You’ll Get
* Be part of a pioneering team shaping sustainable aquaculture.
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
* Flexible, empowering work culture within a global brand.
* Great teammates, autonomy, and the chance to make your mark in a fast-growing company.
Ready to Dive In?
If you’re excited to make waves in sustainable seafood sales, The Kingfish Company wants to hear from you!
About The Kingfish Company
We are setting the standard in sustainable, land-based aquaculture, producing premium Yellowtail Kingfish for the European and US markets and beyond. Join us in our mission to provide amazing fish whilst protecting marine ecosystems and drive innovation in aquaculture.
Apply today to be a part of our journey in flavoring the future of fish today!
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Sales and Business Development
Industries
* Food and Beverage Services
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