Sales manager - Beef

I'm currently partnering with a leading beef manufacturer to recruit an experienced Sales Manager to join their commercial team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven sales professional to manage key customer relationships, identify new business opportunities, and play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth across retail, foodservice and distribution channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and grow sales across existing key accounts while identifying and securing new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with retail, foodservice and distribution customers.
• Deliver against sales, volume and margin targets through effective account planning and execution.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts and commercial agreements with customers.
• Work closely with Operations, Supply Chain and Customer Service teams to ensure exceptional service delivery.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and commodity movements to identify commercial opportunities.
• Prepare sales forecasts, account reviews and performance reports for senior leadership.
• Represent the business at customer meetings, industry events and trade shows.

About You

• Proven sales experience within the beef, meat, protein or wider food manufacturing industry.
• Strong background in B2B sales and key account management.
• Experience managing retail, foodservice or wholesale customer accounts.
• Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, results-driven and comfortable managing a sales territory.
• Willingness to travel as required.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a leading beef manufacturer with a strong reputation in the industry.
• A commercially focused role with genuine scope for career progression.
• Competitive salary, bonus and comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment.

If you're an experienced sales professional looking to take the next step in your career within the beef manufacturing sector, I'd be keen to speak with you.