Sales Manager

We are looking for a Sales Manager UK & I

At Paulig we believe every meal counts. As an international player in the food and beverage industry and as a house of iconic brands we can make an impact that counts and careers that matter.

We are now looking for a Sales Manager to drive the growth of Retail business of UK & I in Customer Brands Business Area. You will be based in Milton Keynes or Tipton UK and report to Commercial Director UK Customer Brands.

As a Sales Manager in Customer Brands you are responsible to maximize the sustainable short and long term sales and profitability through effective strategic key account management of retail customers in line with the company strategy.

What you will do:

• Develop and implement commercial plans for own customer(s) and contribute to the country overall success

• Manage pricing discounts and trade investments within set guidelines

• Prepare & own sales forecasts

• Track and analyze commercial performance using KPIs and take needed actions

• Manage the customer portfolio and ensure effective new business generation (listings etc)

• Implement customer strategies and management (customer classification segmentation priorities)

• Drive the customer collaboration and build strong customer relationships

• Identify new potential customers and new market opportunities

• Role model the leadership principles and collaborate effectively in the matrix and externally

What we offer:

• A fixed job in an ambitious dynamic and fast-growing organization.

• You will get to work with high-quality products full of flavour

• Paulig is home to continuous learning opportunities and is a dynamic workplace that has a strong future-oriented international company culture encourages both personal and company growth.

• You will be a part of a passionate international team working as visionaries of the food industry. Diversity different backgrounds and strengths in our teams is a source of creativity and effective teamwork

• At Paulig everyone has a role to play in building a healthier more sustainable food culture and enable the future of food

What we appreciate:

• Minimum of 5 years experience in Sales or Key Account Management with a strong track record of delivering results in the private label business in UK&I retailer landscape

• You have a category growth mindset and are well known for your negotiation as well as analytical skills.

• Strong account management and organizational skills.

• Your strong interpersonal skills ability listen and collaborative spirit enables you to build and maintain trusting relationships with your various contacts

• Fluency in English and proficiency in IT tools are required.

• Occasional travel outside of UK may be necessary.

• University degree or equivalent based on working experience

More information and how to apply:

We look forward to receiving your applications as soon as possible but latest Oct 14th. We do ongoing selection of candidates during the application period and might start interviews before the last application date so dont hesitate to submit your application if youre interested.

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