Vice President of Sales - Grocery

VP of Retail Branded Sales – Food Manufacturing (Confidential Search)The Opportunity We have been retained by a dominant, category-leading branded food manufacturer to identify a strategic sales visionary. This is not a "maintenance" role. We are looking for a "player-coach" who wants to completely own the retail channel and drive significant market share.Unlike many large-cap CPG firms where roles are siloed, this executive will have a seat at the table for all major business decisions. You won’t just be executing a plan; you will be the architect of it—influencing everything from product innovation and packaging to trade-spend strategy and go-to-market execution.The Role As the VP of Retail Branded Sales, you will lead a high-performing team of internal Sales Managers and a national network of Tier-1 Broker partners. Your primary objective is to drive "top-to-top" relationships across the grocery industry—from major national players to independent retailers and wholesale customers—ensuring our brand remains the dominant force on the retail shelf.Ideal Candidate ProfileCurrent Pedigree: You are a sitting VP or Director of Sales within a branded food/CPG organization.Grocery Channel Mastery: You have extensive, high-level experience calling on major retail grocery chains and wholesalers. You understand the "language" of the category manager and the complexity of the national supply chain.Leader of Leaders: You have a proven track record of managing both direct sales reports and large-scale broker networks.Strategic Autonomy: You thrive in environments where you are expected to make decisions and pivot quickly rather than waiting for "headquarters" to give the green light.Location & Benefits This role is based in the Greater Nashville / West Tennessee corridor. While relocation to the region is required, it comes with a level of financial and personal benefit rarely found in major CPG hubs like Chicago or Cincinnati:Outstanding Compensation: Executive-level base, performance bonus, and long-term incentives.Tax Efficiency: Benefit from zero state income tax, providing an immediate "raise" compared to most other manufacturing hubs.Superior Quality of Life: Enjoy a significantly lower cost of living, high-end housing options, and a region known for its rapid growth and outdoor recreation.Note to Applicants: > We move quickly for the right talent. Full company details and a detailed leadership brief will be provided immediately to all qualified candidates to ensure alignment before moving to the formal interview stage.