Skills

Communication Leadership Sales Organization Marketing Organizational Skills

Job Specifications

Our client is a leading international FMCG food company with a strong global presence. To strengthen their footprint in the UK, they are establishing a new UK subsidiary under the European headquarters. The UK entity will be dedicated to driving sales and marketing of its products in the British market.

Are you excited about building a new team and pioneering the new UK market? If so, we are looking for you!

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Business Lead to establish and lead the UK operations. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for building the UK subsidiary from the ground up, developing the sales and marketing organization, and driving brand growth across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and growth of the UK subsidiary, reporting to the European headquarters
Develop and execute a comprehensive sales and marketing strategy tailored to the UK FMCG market and aligned with regional and global strategies
Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing sales and marketing team
Drive sales growth by strengthening partnerships with wholesalers, retailers, and key accounts
Develop innovative marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and consumer engagement in the UK
Ensure smooth alignment and communication between the UK entity, the European HQ, and the global HQ
Manage P&L responsibilities for the UK subsidiary and ensure sustainable business growth
Represent the organization in the UK market, ensuring compliance with local business regulations and industry standards.

Qualifications & Experience

12-15 years of proven experience in sales and/or marketing leadership roles within the UK FMCG sector
Strong track record in building and leading commercial organizations, ideally within international food brands
In-depth knowledge of the UK FMCG B2B market, with established networks across wholesalers, retailers, and distributors
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to set up and scale a subsidiary organization
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field

What We Offer

A unique opportunity to lead and build the UK entity of a globally recognized international food brand
Entrepreneurial opportunity to shape and grow the business
Competitive compensation and benefits package
International collaboration with colleagues across Europe and the global HQ

Interested? Please feel free to apply directly - We look forward to hearing from you!

About the Company

Adams Multilingual Recruitment is your trusted partner for talent acquisition and human resources solutions in the Netherlands. With 28 years of experience in the Dutch labour market, we offer a complete approach to both recruitment and HR support. Our office in Amsterdam houses a truly international team. All of our team members are multilingual expats who speak native or near-native English plus 2 or 3 other languages. We fully understand the difficulties of moving to the Netherlands, job-hunting and navigating the Dutch s... Know more