Sales Manager – Poultry & Meat Products

Job description

A UK-based food trading company is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead commercial development and operational coordination of frozen poultry, meat and processed meat products within the United Kingdom.

This role combines B2B commercial leadership with import coordination, regulatory compliance and branch-level operational oversight.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Activities

Develop and manage B2B sales of frozen poultry, meat and processed meat products within the UK

Sell products in pallet quantities and full truckload volumes (FTL)

Identify and acquire new clients (wholesalers, distributors, foodservice / HoReCa sector)

Negotiate pricing, volumes and commercial terms

Maintain and develop long-term business relationships

Ensure achievement of sales targets and revenue growth

Analyse market data and trends to identify key sales opportunities and improve product margin performance

Develop proposals for sales and marketing strategy and support brand development

Expand the Company’s brand presence within the UK frozen poultry and meat market

Import & Documentation

Coordinate preparation of import documentation for meat and processed products entering the UK

Liaise with customs brokers, freight forwarders, logistics partners, financial institutions and banks

Ensure accuracy of customs declarations and supporting documentation

Cooperate with port authorities and regulatory bodies

Monitor changes in UK import regulations

Prepare, negotiate and conclude sales contracts for Company products

Logistics & Operational Coordination

Oversee branch-level operational activities to ensure delivery of planned sales volumes

Provide end-to-end coordination of sales execution

Liaise with cold storage warehouse facilities

Plan shipments in line with stock levels and delivery schedules

Support customs clearance processes through third-party providers

Ensure compliance with UK traceability and food safety requirements

Reporting

Monitor sales margins and profitability

Prepare sales volume forecasts

Provide operational and commercial feedback to Company management regarding branch performance and product sales targets

Prepare and submit reports to relevant UK authorities in accordance with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements for businesses operating within this market segment

Mandatory Requirements

UK resident with full right to work

Proven experience managing commercial operations in a B2B food trading environment

Strong knowledge of UK legislation governing the sale of meat products

Demonstrated experience in market analysis and development of sales strategy

Strong knowledge of contract preparation, negotiation and execution

Proven experience in sales of frozen food products within the UK

Experience in poultry, meat or processed meat products preferred

Experience handling import documentation for food products

Knowledge of UK customs procedures

Experience selling pallet and full truckload (FTL) volumes

Established network within UK wholesalers or distributors

Strong negotiation and communication skills

We Offer

Competitive base salary aligned with experience and market level

Performance-based bonus linked to sales volume and profitability targets

A key commercial role within a growing UK operation

Direct interaction with senior management and decision-makers

The opportunity to build and expand a national client portfolio

Long-term career development within a structured international food business

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-03-2026

Profession type

Sales

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English