Role combines sales development, supplier negotiation, and customer relationship management as West Sussex pepper producer pursues new business opportunities

Tangmere specialises in pepper production

Tangmere specialises in pepper production

Image: Tangmere Airfield Nurseries

About Tangmere

Tangmere Airfield Nurseries Ltd is one of the UK’s leading sweet pepper growers, producing approximately 30 million peppers annually.

The producer describes itself as a “progressive, forward-thinking horticultural business”, supplying major retailers and partners across the UK and Europe.

Due to continued growth, the company is looking to recruit a dynamic and commercially driven sales and marketing manager to join its team.

The role

This is a varied and hands-on role combining sales development, supplier negotiation, and customer relationship management. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening existing partnerships while actively identifying and developing new business opportunities.

Key responsibilities

  • Negotiating with suppliers to ensure best value, quality, and service levels
  • Building, maintaining, and strengthening long-term relationships with existing customers
  • Identifying and developing new customers and market opportunities
  • Supporting business growth strategies and sales targets
  • Representing the company at industry events, client visits, and trade shows
  • Working closely with production and operational teams to align supply with customer demand
  • Assisting with marketing initiatives and brand development

The ideal candidate

  • Proven experience in fresh produce, horticulture or food supply chain sales, marketing, or account management is essential
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills
  • Commercially minded with the ability to identify growth opportunities
  • Confident managing and developing client relationships
  • Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently
  • Willingness to travel for client and supplier visits

What Tangmere offers

  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
  • Company vehicle/travel allowance (if applicable)
  • Opportunity to join a growing and innovative business
  • Supportive and professional working environment
  • Career development opportunities
  • Salary dependent on experience

How to apply

Send your CV and a short covering letter to sales@tangmere.co.uk or visit tangmere.co.uk 

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