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 within your targeted area, building and maintaining strong relationships with existing and prospective customers, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure we meet customer needs and drive sustainable profits.

What You Will Do

The main day-to-day responsibilities and outcomes include staying up to date on market trends, sharing knowledge with customers and the business, representing the company at industry events and trade shows, and following our Business Code of Conduct.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We offer a diverse and inclusive environment, a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, and opportunities for bitesize upskilling, mentorship, and professional growth. We also offer a place to get on, where everyone’s contributions are valued, and a commitment to supporting your career development every step of the way.

Requirements

• Proven track record in sales, account management, or business development, ideally within the food/catering sector
• 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

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible working hours
• Opportunities for bitesize upskilling, mentorship, and professional growth
• A place to get on, where everyone’s contributions are valued
• Commitment to supporting your career development every step of the way
• Flexible working arrangements
• Disability Confident Committed Leader
• Inclusive and accessible recruitment process