Head of Trade Sales Activations

Kingston Upon Thames

Sales & Marketing

75000 Annual

Permanent


Head of Trade Sales Activations Beauty / Personal Care

Location: Hybrid (3-4 days in office), near Kingston Upon Thames

Salary package: £70,000 - £75,000pa + Bens

Are you a dynamic sales leader with a passion for beauty and a talent for driving retail growth? We re looking for a Head of Trade Sales Activations to lead trade partnerships, secure new listings, and execute impactful sales strategies across key retail channels, including supermarkets.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Build and nurture relationships with retail and client partners to drive long-term business growth.
  • Develop and execute trade sales activations that increase brand visibility and maximise distribution opportunities.
  • Negotiate pricing, promotions, and terms to balance profitability with market competition.
  • Collaborate with marketing to align product launches, campaigns, and promotional strategies.
  • Monitor sales performance and market trends to identify growth opportunities and refine sales strategies.
  • Work closely with internal teams to ensure stock availability, forecasting, and seamless execution of trade plans.

To thrive in this role you ll need:

  • 5+ years of experience in sales and trade activations within the beauty/personal care industry.
  • Strong retail negotiation skills, particularly with supermarkets and major retailers.
  • Proven success in account management, securing new listings, and driving revenue growth.
  • Commercially driven, with a strategic approach to sales and brand partnerships.

What s in it for you?

  • A competitive salary package of £70,000 - £75,000 plus the chance to work with leading brands.
  • The opportunity to shape trade sales strategy in an established beauty business.
  • A hybrid working model (3-4 days in-office per week) for flexibility and collaboration.
  • Excellent benefits including product discounts, 25 days annual leave, life insurance, private health care, pension and other wellness benefits!

If you re ready to take on a leadership role in trade sales and activations, we d love to hear from you!

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