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Head of Sales

Job in Greater London, London, Greater London, W1B, England, UK
Listing for: Actalent
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-13
Job specializations:
  • Management
  • Sales
    Director of Sales, VP of Sales
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120000 - 160000 GBP Yearly GBP 120000.00 160000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Greater London

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.

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.

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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