About LT Foods UK
LT Foods UK is a leading supplier of premium rice and rice-based products, including the renowned Daawat brand. As part of LT Foods Global, we are committed to delivering high-quality, sustainable food solutions to our customers. Our culture is built on integrity, innovation, and inclusiveness, with a strong focus on employee development, customer satisfaction, and environmental responsibility. We foster a collaborative and respectful workplace where every team member is empowered to contribute and grow.
Role Overview
The commercial team have delivered strong growth year on year and increased demand for the brand, we are therefore investing in growing the sales team to meet this. We are looking for a proactive Regional Sales Manager who is looking to grow their career and move to a senior managerial position in the future. The RSM will be responsible for driving sales growth, market share, and profitability within our Southern region. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills to manage a high-performing team and deliver results in a fast-paced FMCG environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal abilities, problem-solving capability, and resilience under pressure, ensuring alignment with company objectives and industry best practices.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary of up to £60,000 FTE, depending on experience.
* Bonus of up to 25%
* Company Car
* Lunch Allowance
* 25 days annual leave, plus 8 UK bank holidays.
* Career development opportunities within a growing global FMCG company.
* Comprehensive training and upskilling programs.
* Inclusive and supportive company culture.
* Employee benefits such as product discounts, pension scheme, and wellness initiatives.
Working Hours
40 hours per week
Monday – Friday, core hours of 9am – 5pm
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement regional sales plans aligned with national objectives.
* Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify growth opportunities.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key distributors, retailers, and partners.
* Track sales performance, analyse data, and prepare regular reports for senior management.
* Ensure achievement of revenue, volume, and profitability targets.
* Manage regional budgets effectively.
* Ensure adherence to legal, ethical, and company standards.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
* Sales Revenue Growth
* Market Share
* Volume Targets
* Distribution Expansion
* Customer Retention
* Budget Compliance
Requirements
* Preferred minimum 5 years of sales experience in FMCG
* Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
* Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving growth.
* Basic proficiency in MS Office such as Excel, Word.
* Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
* Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Company Culture
At LT Foods UK, we believe in nurturing goodness through our products and our people. Our culture is rooted in respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We encourage innovation, support professional growth, and celebrate diversity. Employees are empowered to take initiative and contribute to our shared success.
Fair Recruitment & Equal Opportunities
This job description provides an overview of the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to amend the duties of the role reasonably in line with business needs and organisational requirements. LT Foods UK is committed to providing an inclusive workplace and promoting equality, diversity and fairness in all aspects of employment. Recruitment, selection, training, development and career progression decisions are made based on merit, skills, experience and business needs, without unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to ensuring a fair and accessible recruitment process for everyone