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Head of Growth

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Full time

Experience:

Senior (5-10 years)

Work from:

South Africa

Offer summary

Qualifications:

5+ years in UK FMCG experience, Knowledge of UK retail and food service buyers, Strong finance management skills, Passion for sustainability and health, Proven track record in retail growth.

Key responsabilities:

Manage listings in major retailers and food services
Oversee key account management to maximize sales
Monitor PL, budgets, and product margins
Optimize ingredient sourcing and sustainable packaging
Lead day-to-day operations and inspire the team

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Job description

Job Title: Head of Growth

Location: Remote (South Africa)

Are you passionate about sustainable food and ready to drive growth for an innovative UK food brand with a mission to reduce food waste and promote health? We are seeking a Head of Growth to join our dynamic team and lead our mission of creating delicious, healthy, and sustainable food products from surplus vegetables.

About Us:

We’re a pioneering food company founded in 2017, dedicated to tackling food waste and bringing health-conscious, sustainable products to the UK market. We’ve turned fresh, high-quality produce that often goes to waste into a range of versatile, delicious dips and snack pots. Now, we’re looking to accelerate growth and broaden our reach with a passionate leader who can steer us forward.

About the Role:

This is a key leadership role where you’ll take ownership of driving our growth. From opening major retailer listings to securing new travel and food service channels, you’ll play a pivotal role in expanding our market presence and helping us achieve our ambitious mission. With flexibility in working hours and a supportive, passionate team behind you, this is an incredible opportunity to make a real impact in the food industry.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Retail Expansion: Open up and manage listings in major retailers, travel, and food service sectors to increase brand visibility and access.
Account Management: Oversee key retail accounts, ensuring long-term relationships and maximizing sales opportunities.
Operations & Finance: Take charge of our P&L, monitor weekly/monthly costings, budgets, and product margins, while finding ways to reduce costs in collaboration with suppliers.
Supply Chain Innovation: Work closely with farmers and producers to optimize ingredient sourcing and explore sustainable packaging solutions.
Driving Business Forward: Lead day-to-day operations between manufacturers and supply chain, providing guidance and problem-solving as needed.
Team Leadership: Inspire, support, and manage our small team, enabling them to focus on sales and exploring new opportunities.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

Experience: 5+ years in UK FMCG, ideally in food/retail/ 3+ years of experience considered with a strong growth-driven mindset & background driving a retail product within FMCG.
Retail Knowledge: Proven track record working with UK retail and food service buyers to establish and maintain key accounts.
Skills & Traits: Enthusiastic, passionate, and empathetic with a deep understanding of the UK market. A natural problem-solver with perseverance and ambition.
Finance Savvy: Strong experience overseeing P&L, budgets, and finding efficiencies.
Sustainability-Focused: A commitment to sustainable practices, from sourcing surplus ingredients to exploring eco-friendly packaging.

Benefits

Why Join Us?

Make a Difference: Join a brand dedicated to making the planet a better place through healthier, sustainable food.
Flexible Working Hours: Work flexibly within core hours (e.g., 9–5 UK or 8–4 UK) based on what works best for you.
Growth Opportunities: Be part of a growing business where you can lead, innovate, and have a lasting impact.
Fully Remote Working: Get to work from the comfort of your own home.
International Exposure: Get exposed to a fast-paced UK company.
Competitive Remuneration: A competitive salary between R30 000 - R50 000

If you’re ready to be a force for positive change in the food industry, we’d love to hear from you!

Salary: R30 000- R40 000