Sales Manager

Summary

Join The Kingfish Company as the UK & Ireland Sales Manager, leading sales efforts, building relationships with top chefs and distributors, and driving growth in the region.

Requirements

• Proven sales track record in the food industry, ideally within seafood or hospitality
• A strong network and deep knowledge of the UK restaurant, catering and hotel market
• Passionate about premium seafood and sustainability—bonus points for aquaculture insight
• Advanced in Microsoft Office
• Must be based in the United Kingdom

Responsibilities

• Lead Generation: Spark connections with top culinary talent, utilizing calls, social media, emails, and onsite visits to bring chefs into the Kingfish network
• Market Research: Discover and qualify new UK sales and distributor opportunities, laying the groundwork for growth with insight-driven market research
• Database Management: Keep your pipeline sharp, tracking chef leads to ensure targets are met and surpassed
• Relationship Building : Cultivate relationships with restaurants, chefs and distributors, establishing The Kingfish Company as the go-to name in quality, sustainable seafood
• Event Coordination: Host chef tastings and events, collaborating to showcase Kingfish and build buzz in the industry
• Distributor Development: Forge partnerships and expand our reach with distributors to grow our presence in the hotel and restaurant sectors across UK & Ireland

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Flexible, empowering work culture within a global brand
• Great teammates, autonomy, and the chance to make your mark in a fast-growing company