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OPEN POSITION
Exciting opportunity for a driven Sales Manager in UK with a passion for dogs and cats
ESSENTIAL FOODS is a leading luxury lifestyle brand specialising in meals, pâtés, and treats for dogs and cats. Our mission is to improve and prolong their lives, and this commitment drives everything we do. We are an entrepreneurial company with a deep dedication to animal welfare and a focus on delivering the best possible experience to our customers. We are looking for a Sales Manager to help expand our reach within the breeder and retail communities in the UK.
About the role
As our UK Sales Manager, you'll play a key role in building strong relationships with breeders and retailers, reporting directly to the UK Country Director.
A primary focus of this role is working closely with breeders. It’s essential that you are familiar with the needs, routines, and values of responsible breeding – and ideally, you bring personal experience from the breeder community. This insight is vital for building trust and long-term partnerships.
Although our headquarters are in Copenhagen, this is a UK-based role, meaning you'll primarily work from home or a co-working space, with visits to Denmark approximately once a month.
In addition to meeting with partners across the country, you’ll also represent our brand at dog shows and trade fairs, building new relationships and strengthening existing ones.
We are looking for…
.. a sales-driven individual who is passionate about dogs and cats. But just as importantly:
You either have a background in dog breeding or a deep understanding of the breeder landscape. You know what matters to breeders, how they work, and what earns their loyalty and trust.
Ideally, you have industry experience, but more importantly, you are outgoing, organised, and committed to quality. You should be a skilled sales professional with experience building strong customer relationships, whether in retail or another field.
At ESSENTIAL FOODS, we pride ourselves on the quality of our products, so your focus will be on selling through quality, brand, and passion—rather than price.
We offer
Expect a fast-paced, rewarding workday in a rapidly growing company. Each day will bring new challenges, and you’ll be balancing multiple tasks at once. You’ll be part of a driven team with diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives, united by a shared passion for animal welfare.
Application
If this position sounds like a great fit for you, please send your CV and a brief cover letter to CEO David Elsass at de@essentialfoods.com by 18th May 2025.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.
About ESSENTIAL FOODS
Founded in 2013 by Christian Degner-Elsner, ESSENTIAL FOODS was built on a powerful vision: to create a luxury lifestyle brand dedicated to the highest quality nutrition for dogs and cats. By combining our own online retail platform with close partnerships with breeders and retailers, we aim to bring the very best to pet owners worldwide. Our mission is to improve and prolong the lives of dogs and cats with expertly crafted recipes, made from the finest ingredients—whether it's nutritious meals, indulgent pâtés, or training treats.
Animal welfare is at the core of everything we do, driven by a profound love for animals and nature. Through our charity programme, we aim to make a tangible difference—not only for animals but also for the environment that sustains us all. Our vision is to build a business that creates a positive impact, benefiting both the animals we care for and the world we share with them.
Read more about ESSENTIAL FOODS here.