Commercial & Business Development Manager UK & Europe

Senior Food & Meat Industry Sales Executive – UK & Europe

Highly experienced food and meat industry sales executive with over 25 years of commercial success across the UK and European markets. Proven expertise in food sales, procurement, supplier development, and team leadership within chilled and frozen meat sectors.

Skilled in strategic planning, account management, and complex contract negotiation with foodservice providers, wholesalers, and manufacturers. Possesses extensive knowledge of UK, Irish, and European supply chains, with strong relationships built across abattoirs, processors, and retailers.

Having held senior roles with major industry names, this candidate now operates as an independent buyer and trading coordinator for European meat brands supplying the UK and Irish markets. Demonstrates the ability to generate profitable growth, streamline operations, and build long-term partnerships that deliver measurable results.

Key Skills:

• Sales & trade marketing strategy

• Supplier sourcing (UK & EU)

• HACCP, BRC, ISO & KPI management

• Procurement & contract negotiation

• Product development & market expansion

Qualifications:

• HND Business – University of Portsmouth

• CIPS Level 4/5 – Accenture Academy

• Institute of Meat Certificate

Available for senior-level roles in commercial meat or food sales, procurement, or supply chain development across the South of England, UK, or Europe.

Interested in this Candidate?

Call Jane on 01323 818321 or email [email protected] to discuss.