Job Description
Head of Sales - Fresh Food Distribution | £50,000-£75,000 + Equity Potential in a High-Growth Business
Are you an ambitious Head of Sales ready to shape strategy, build a team and drive real commercial impact in Southampton? This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-scaling fresh food distribution business where your influence will directly shape growth, culture and long-term success.
This Head of Sales role in Southampton offers more than revenue responsibility. You'll be part of the senior leadership team, building a high-performing function from the ground up while positioning the business as a trusted partner across the fresh food market.
Why apply for this Head of Sales role?
You’ll enjoy:
£50,000-£75,000 salary, depending on experience
Equity potential with genuine long-term upside
Autonomy to shape strategy and influence company direction
The opportunity to build and develop your own sales team
A high-growth environment where your contribution is visible and valued
Clear progression as the operation expands
Key Responsibilities
As Head of Sales, you'll combine hands‑on delivery with strategic leadership:
Develop and execute a clear sales strategy for both quick wins and sustainable growth
Build, hire, coach and lead a high‑performing sales team
Use market insight to identify new opportunities and shape the company offering
Drive strong, long‑term client relationships across the sector
Influence senior leadership with market feedback and commercial insight
Create a customer‑first culture focused on measurable results
What we're looking for
To succeed as Head of Sales in Southampton, you'll bring:
Strong connections within fresh food or FMCG markets
A proven track record of delivering measurable sales growth
Experience building sales teams and embedding high‑performance culture
Confidence influencing strategy at leadership level
The drive to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment
If you're looking for your next step as a Head of Sales in Southampton where you can shape strategy, build a team and make a lasting commercial impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and take ownership of your next big move.
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Job Details
Posted Date:
February 28, 2026
Job Type:
Retail
Location:
United Kingdom
Company:
Platinum Recruitment Consultancy
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