SALES MANAGER (Maternity cover with potential for permanent role)
About us?
For over 75 years, Longley Farm has proudly produced premium dairy products, combining traditional family values with modern excellence. Renowned for quality and authenticity, we produce award-winning dairy products enjoyed across Yorkshire and around the globe. We are currently seeking a talented Sales Manager to join our dedicated team during a 12-month maternity cover, with the potential for a permanent role based on mutual fit. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to advance their career within a leading independent dairy business.
About the role?
This is a full-time position with a Monday to Friday working pattern. Our sales team operates on a shared Saturday rota (approximately 1 in 6). Flexibility is key in this role, as there will be occasional adjustments in working patterns to meet business needs.
You will undertake the following activities:
- Build and nurture strong customer relationships, particularly with supermarket chains
- Stay informed on industry trends, market conditions and competitor activities
- Collate and report on sales data to the supervisory team
- Collaborate across departments to align sales efforts with production capabilities
- Provide general administrative support and assist with ad-hoc tasks and projects
About you?
We’re looking for candidates who bring:
- Proven sales experience ideally in the food sector
- Ability to lead, support and motivate teams with empathy, building trust and collaboration
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the confidence to engage with customers and suppliers
- Strong numerical and analytical skills, using tools such as Excel for data analysis, reporting and to inform decisions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with knowledge of Sage 200 being a plus.
- Confidence in presenting to customers, including using PowerPoint applications
- A full UK driving license and the willingness to travel as needed.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities.
- Proactive problem-solving abilities with excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
- A collaborative, friendly, and professional approach with a proactive, “can-do” attitude
This is not an exhaustive list, and the role may evolve to meet new challenges as they arise. Only those based in the UK with the legal right to work in the UK need apply.
What’s on offer?
Joining Longley Farm means becoming part of a forward-thinking, industry-leading company working alongside our long serving and friendly team. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:
Contributory pension scheme.
33 days holiday per year (including bank holidays).
Some paid breaks.
Free parking and staff product discounts.
Ongoing professional development and training.
Regular social events and a supportive team environment.
Interested?
We’d love to hear from you!
To apply, please submit your CV through the job board on our website: Job board | Longley Farm, please add “As seen on Holmfirth.info” when applying, thank you
Even if you don’t meet all of the requirements but have the passion and enthusiasm, we encourage you to apply – we’re committed to helping you develop and reach your potential!
