Head Of Sales Ireland

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We have an excellent opportunity available for a talented and inspirational Head of Sales to make a difference at Kraft Heinz Ireland.

You'll be reporting into our Managing Director Ireland and be a key member of the Ireland Leadership Team responsible for leading the retail sales function.

You'll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level.

Get ready for a lot of exposure to internal senior stakeholders and key customers at all levels!

Why work at Kraft Heinz Ireland?

We love to grow—our sales have increased

in the last four years.

We are a highly engaged team, with standout scores in

Team, Manager,

Belonging.

We achieved our

highest-ever market share in 2024

across Ketchup, Beans, and Soup.

We champion

wellbeing

and organise regular sea swims, mental health walks, and active offsites.

We champion work-life balance through our benefits, such as

three months of secondary carer leave

hybrid working

and the ability to

work from abroad

We were a key supporter for the launch of the Ireland Chapter of the

LEAD Network,

driving gender inclusion in our industry.

Ireland has been a springboard for our people as they have gone onto roles in the UK, Netherlands, Australia

What you'll do :

Provide strategic direction / input for development of Customer and Field sales strategies in line with business requirements

Develop and communicate key priorities for the sales organisation to ensure we respond to the needs of the consumer in a strategic way.

Accountable and responsible to ensure achievement of agreed sales targets / KPIs

Ensure resources are prioritised and focused on Must Wins Brands and Customers

Ensure effective liaison with Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance and other functions to manage trade off and drive for overall objectives achievement

Be an active member of the Ireland Leadership team, driving performance whilst helping develop the future direction of the sales function across key workstreams.

Drive performance and capability across a team of direct and indirect team members through coaching and inspiring them to be the best that they can be

Lead the Digital Transformation agenda for the Sales function using technology to optimise our strategies and investments across our categories and portfolio.

Lead the sales team in developing relationships and networks across the customer base to support the delivery of the business plan

What you'll need :

Senior sales experience and ideally have multi-category experience

Strong coaching and motivational skills

Advanced analytical and organizational skills

Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels

Professional Attributes

Ability to Simplify.

We like to keep it simple.

And to execute fast.

Your ability to simplify will be highly appreciated, when you provide simple solutions dealing with complex challenges.

Commercial Sense

You're always seeking for opportunities to expand your business and create more savings, while over delivering your targets.

Analytical.

We're a very data driven company.

You know how to translate complex data into a simple solution with your analytical mindset.

Result driven.

You don't only focus on your own results, but always do what's best for the company.

Curiosity, positivity & enthusiasm

You're curious, positive and enthusiastic.

People know you as the driver of the team.

You are a team player.

What we offer you

An ambitious employer with an industry-recognised career development pathway

A meritocratic, pay for performance approach

Flexible and hybrid working approach, including ability to work from abroad

Inclusive culture / work environment, backed by leadership-sponsored Business Resource Groups

Family-friendly; market leading parental leave benefits & sponsored nursery scheme

Employee discount on Heinz products!

Pension

Private medical cover & Digital GP

Exclusive gym discounts & cycle to work scheme

3 volunteering days per year (Barnardo's, Soup Kitchen)

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