Foodservice Sales Manager

Role Overview

We are seeking a talented Foodservice Sales Manager to elevate our sales and foster long-lasting relationships with our customers. The role involves identifying and developing new and existing business opportunities, building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, and collaborating with internal teams to drive sustainable profits.

What You Will Do

The main responsibilities of the role include identifying and developing new and existing business opportunities, building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, collaborating with internal teams, staying up to date on market trends, and representing the company at industry events.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales, account management, or business development, ideally within the food/catering sector, and will be able to build rapport and adapt their style to meet customer needs.

Requirements

• Proven track record in sales, account management, or business development, ideally within the food/catering sector (other sectors considered)
• Solid understanding of the foodservice market or willingness to learn
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with active listening to understand customer needs and provide appropriate solutions
• Ability to quickly build rapport and adapt your style to meet customer needs
• Willingness to learn and quickly understand our products, club cards, and rewards
• Ability to handle objections and maintain a positive attitude in challenging situations
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work autonomously as well as part of a team
• Good commercial awareness to support profitable decisions

Benefits

• Potential to earn additional fixed payments for achieving stretch growth in your designated areas
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities for bitesize upskilling, mentorship, and professional growth
• A fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process
• Disability Confident Committed Leader status
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities for career development and growth