Retail Growth Manager

Retail Growth Manager

Up to £50,000 DOE

Performance-related bonus up to 20% of base salary

Car allowance (£6,000 per annum)

Manchester based with national travel

The Company

A premium food and beverage manufacturer with strong growth across digital and e commerce channels. The business is now ready to build its physical retail presence and develop a structured retail channel from an early stage. The environment is fast paced, collaborative and commercially focused.

The Role

You will be responsible for building and growing the physical retail channel. The role focuses on opening new retail customers, developing independent trade and shaping the retail model from the ground up. You will work closely with the commercial and e commerce teams to ensure full alignment with brand, pricing, digital activity and customer insight.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building a targeted list of suitable retail accounts
• Approaching and opening new retail customers across independent retailers, health food stores, premium food shops, smaller chains and regional groups
• Developing relationships with retailers and managing trials, sampling and follow up Securing first orders and driving repeat orders
• Managing a clear B2B pipeline...