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Senior Sales Manager

Consumer Goods

London/UK

Permanent

Updated November 16, 2008

This position will lead and develop retail sales for this major European business looking to enter and expand in to the UK market. This role will be responsible for handling and heading up an existing account base but predominantly pitching, negotiating and developing new business in to new retail accounts. This role will be the main point of contact in the UK, reporting to the UK based Head of International Sales. This role will involve all elements of a National Account position but will be more pro-active in approach and require a consultative nature to also work with multiple stakeholders at Head Office level at the retailers in the development of new products and ranges. This is a truly multi-faceted role that will require exceptional time management and organisation.

Who we're looking for
Ideally the candidate will come from a non-food consumer goods background but those with food and drink experience with evidence of innovation will be considered. Of paramount importance is that this candidate has senior level experience with big four multiple retailers and has a demonstrable track record of working with key stakeholders in the general grocery retail market, ideally for an own-label, non-branded business. The candidate will need to be highly motivated and self starting with the ability to work independently but part of a much larger global organisation. Candidates will be experienced National Account Managers with a pro-active edge and the desire to take on a key role in the development of the UK market and Head Office.

About our client
A major player in their category, this business is a European consumer products organisation with a global footprint. Recognised as a successful employer brand, they have shown consistent and impressive growth, this role is on of the next steps in their development.

What's on offer

A basic salary of between £50,000 and £55,000 plus Bonus and Benefits.

Michael Page Contact
For further info, apply or phone on +44 (0) 20 7269 6210. Job Ref: 12997109
Your application will be sent to Chris Preston.