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FMCG Exec

Business Unit Head – Foodservice

Remote

Leicestershire, United kingdom

£ 120,000 /year

Full Time

06-01-2026

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Skills

Leadership Sales Customer Service Coaching

Job Specifications

A well-established and rapidly growing UK-based food business is seeking talented individuals to join its expanding business. Operating across multiple channels including retail, foodservice, and manufacturing, the company is known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and customer service. With a strong heritage and a forward-thinking approach, they continue to invest in innovation and people, offering exciting opportunities for career development.

If you're passionate about making a difference in a dynamic and values-led organisation, this could be the perfect next step in your journey.

The Role

As the successful Business Unit Head you will be expected to deliver the strategy for the foodservice & B2B channel delivering competitive advantage. You will be responsible for driving total Foodservice Sales Growth, taking full ownership of the Foodservice & B2B Channels. As the Business Unit Head you will be responsible for leading, coaching and developing a team of direct reports. This role is a high profile position internally as you will play a leading part in the creation of the future vision for the strategy of the business.

Requirements:

Have current experience in a Head of / Leadership role.
Strong track record of developing and winning business within Foodservice.
A deep understanding of customer needs in Foodservice, including menu trends, operational challenge and supply chain solutions.
Strong leadership skills gained through managing a team of direct reports.
Preferably be degree educated or equivalent.

Salary : Up to £120,000 plus benefits package.

Location : Home-based.

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About the Company

THE FMCG RECRUITMENT SPECIALISTS We believe in matching top talent with the best opportunities, It’s a people thing. With over 25 years of expertise inside FMCG, we know our people. We specialise in middle to board level appointments across all FMCG sectors. With over 25 years of industry expertise, we combine our energy and passion to deliver what you need. We are determined to build long term recruitment solutions by consistently delivering against set objectives. We know that every role is different and that’s why we t... Know more