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Sales Manager - Potatoes & Onions

Knaresborough
money-bag Negotiable
225087026
Posted Yesterday

Are you commercially driven, technically credible, and passionate about helping growers improve crop storage performance?

A market-leading business is looking for a Sales Manager to take ownership of and to generate new business opportunities across the potato and onion sectors within the UK. This will be achieved through following-up on CRM generated leads, industry networking, existing customers and direct approaches.

You''ll ideally be based in the North of England, but candidates outside of this patch are still encouraged to apply. This role is predominately home based, with UK travel and occasional office presence in Yorkshire.

This is a highly autonomous role combining relationship management, and strategic business development within a business known for innovation in fresh produce storage technology.

You will be expected to develop an in-depth understanding of the UK market and to work with the marketing function to develop a targeted sales and marketing strategy.

The Role

You''ll be responsible for sale of all products, developing new business as well as managing and growing customer accounts.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Negotiate and finalise business contracts and agreements.
  • Assimilate market knowledge and engage with key supply chains to identify/generate new business opportunities.
  • In conjunction with the UK field support team, provide ongoing support to existing clients.
  • Build and develop strong relationships with growers, advisors, supply chain managers and further potential partners through personal contact.
  • Maintain a record of all activity within the company CRM system
  • Regular field & business reports to the Commercial Director
  • Support continuous development of the products

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

  • Proven success within agricultural sales or account management
  • Strong knowledge of potato, onion, or fresh produce storage systems
  • Experience working with growers and agricultural supply chains
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • A proactive, commercially focused mindset
  • Confidence using CRM systems and IT platforms
  • A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively across the UK
  • An agricultural or related degree (desirable)

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join an innovative and growing business operating at the forefront of post-harvest storage technology. You''ll play a key role in supporting growers, improving storage outcomes, and helping drive future growth across the UK market.

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch with me, Hannah on (phone number removed) or email me (url removed)

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