Poultry UK Sales Manager

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Sales Manager to lead and grow sales of turkey and poultry products across the UK retail, wholesale, and foodservice markets. This role requires an individual with strong existing industry relationships, a proven track record in protein sales, and the ability to develop both strategic and hands-on sales activity.

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving volume, margin, and long-term customer partnerships while representing the business professionally within the UK poultry sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow sales across retail multiples, wholesalers, and foodservice operators

• Leverage existing contacts and relationships within the poultry/turkey industry to win new business

• Develop and execute sales strategies aligned with company growth objectives

• Negotiate pricing, promotions, contracts, and supply agreements

• Maintain strong customer relationships and act as the main commercial point of contact

• Identify new market opportunities, product listings, and channel expansion

• Work closely with production, planning, and technical teams to ensure customer requirements are met

• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback

• Deliver accurate sales forecasts and reporting to senior management

• Represent the business at industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in sales management within the poultry, turkey, or wider protein/meat sector

• Established contacts across UK retail, wholesale, and/or foodservice channels

• Demonstrated success in business development and account management

• Strong negotiation and commercial skills

• Solid understanding of UK food supply chains and customer expectations

• Ability to work independently while contributing to a wider commercial team

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Results-focused, proactive, and commercially minded

• Full UK driving licence