General Manager – UK
kencko
Posted
Feb 25, 2026
Location
UK
Type
Full-time
Mission
What you will drive
Strategy & Execution: Lead the development and execution of the growth strategy for the UK market, working closely with Product, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Finance teams to ensure sales and operational success
Market Expansion: Evaluate opportunities and scale the kencko brand within the United Kingdom
Sales in Key Channels: Drive and execute sales across key channels such as Retail, HORECA, and Pharma. This includes developing tailored sales strategies, building strong partnerships, and identifying growth opportunities
Team Leadership: Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing sales team, ensuring strategic and operational alignment across the UK market
Impact
The difference you'll make
This role creates positive change by expanding access to healthy, sustainable food products in the UK market, helping more people build healthy habits and eat more fruits and vegetables through convenient, organic products.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
- Over 10 years of experience in retail management or the HORECA sector, characterized by a strategic focus on business development, sales growth, and team leadership
- At least 5 years of experience managing sales teams or commercial operations, with deep knowledge of the UK market
- Strong experience in the CPG or Retail/Grocery/Convenience sectors, with a focus on direct-to-consumer sales
- Entrepreneurial mindset, hands-on approach, and proven success launching and scaling business operations in the UK
Benefits
What's in it for you
- Competitive base salary
- Private health insurance
- 25 days annual leave + UK bank holidays
- Employee discount on kencko products
- Wellness & professional development support
- The opportunity to play a key role in scaling a mission-driven B-Corp
About
Inside kencko
kencko makes it easy for everyone to build healthy habits and eat more fruit and vegetables by creating innovative products that are highly nutritious, sustainable and delicious. They transform fresh, organic fruits and veggies into convenient single-serving products like instant smoothies, protein drinks, and snacks.