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Head of Sales, Consumer

We are seeking an experienced Head of Sales to lead our UK Consumer business through its next phase of growth. This is a senior leadership role within a fast-growing business operating in the beauty, skincare and consumer health sectors. With a portfolio of market-leading brands and a track record of sustained double-digit growth, this role offers the opportunity to drive commercial strategy across major retail and e-commerce channels.

You will be responsible for commercial performance across major retail accounts, e-commerce platforms, and strategic channel partners. The role combines sales leadership, customer planning, forecasting, trade investment, profitability, and team development. You'll inherit a strong team while having the opportunity to shape future capability and growth.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Define and deliver the UK sales and channel strategy.
  • Lead customer planning and commercial execution across retail and e-commerce.
  • Own sales performance, trade investment, customer contribution, and profitability.
  • Build and maintain senior relationships with key retail partners.
  • Partner with Finance, Supply Chain, and Marketing to optimise performance.
  • Lead forecasting and demand planning activities.
  • Develop and coach a high-performing leadership team.

Requirements

  • 10+ years' commercial experience within FMCG, consumer healthcare, beauty, personal care, or a related sector.
  • Proven track record of delivering sustainable commercial growth.
  • Experience leading major UK retail and/or e-commerce accounts.
  • Strong commercial and financial acumen, including ownership of budgets and profitability.
  • Experience managing managers and developing high-performing teams.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence across functions.

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This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful, growing business with a portfolio of market-leading consumer brands and significant long-term career development potential.

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Skills

Sales Leadership
Commercial Strategy
Customer Planning
Forecasting
Trade Investment
Profitability Management
Team Development
Stakeholder Management
Demand Planning
Account Management
Financial Acumen
E-commerce Strategy

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

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