OverviewSales Director - Wilkin and Sons / Tiptree. Shape the future of one of Britain''s most iconic food brands. For over 135 years, Wilkin and Sons has been producing world-class food from the village of Tiptree in Essex. Our Tiptree brand is recognised and loved across the UK and in more than 60 countries worldwide. Alongside our famous preserves, we proudly operate Coles Puddings, Thursday Cottage, and Tiptree Patisserie. Now, we''re looking for a Sales Director to join our leadership team and drive the next chapter of growth. This is not just another sales leadership role. It''s a unique opportunity to:

Build on heritage, drive the future

- deliver commercial growth while protecting the values that make Tiptree special.

Lead from the front

- shape sales strategy across grocery, independents, foodservice, and export markets.

Grow internationally

- spearhead expansion into high-growth global markets.

Inspire and develop a high-performing team

- creating a culture of ambition, delivery, and pride.

Qualifications

A strong track record in FMCG, ideally across both UK and international channels.

Experience managing major UK grocer relationships.

Strategic vision, commercial acumen, and the drive to exceed targets.

The ability to balance growth with brand integrity.

Opportunity and BenefitsIn return, you''ll join a proud, independent business with a fantastic history, a world-famous brand, and an exciting growth agenda. For the right individual, the career progression, visibility, and long-term opportunity are exceptional.

This is your chance to shape the future of Wilkin and Sons and the Tiptree brand - a company with history, heart, and ambition.

How to applyInterested? Please apply below or contact Tom for more information - 01780 480 530. tom@morepeople.co.uk. More People have been exclusively retained on this project, and any CVs will be forwarded to them to manage this hire.

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