Key Account Manager- Foodservice

REWARDS: £36K-40K, OTE 45K, Company Car, Pension, Laptop, Mobile

LOCATION: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Sunderland, Aberdeen

Excellent Field Sales position with an established Foodservice Manufacturer

Key Account Manager - Dairy products into Foodservice

THE OPPORTUNITY:

We are a major European Food producer specialising in dairy products to both retail and the foodservice channel.

We produce a strong portfolio dairy products, and these are sold in over eighty countries globally.

Our company is highly respected for the quality of our products and we are found within the range of almost all Foodservice wholesales across the UK.

The versatility of our products means that within Foodservice we are able to provide solutions across the industry and our clients include both national chains and independent outlets across areas including Hotels, Education, Healthcare, Restaurants, QSR, Leisure and contract catering.

Due to recent growth we are currently looking to further strengthen their sales team within Independent Trade in the foodservice channel.

THE ROLE:

This role is a fantastic opportunity to manage an existing account base of foodservice clients across a designated geographical area - and demonstrate growth via effective new business and account development. The role is of a consultative nature due to the comprehensive range available to the client and candidates will be expected to be able to communicate with a wide range of decision maker ranging from Chefs through to Catering Managers and Purchasing teams.

You will be responsible for a dual aspect role, which is firstly to carry out Account management activity to support a variety of established Distributor relationships within the foodservice sector. Secondly, you will undertake business development and account Management activities designed to maximise revenue across all foodservice sectors.

THE APPLICANT:

We are ideally seeking to speak to proven sales professionals with experience selling into the foodservice and catering sector.

• A background working for a foodservice food manufacturer or wholesaler is paramount.

• Candidates must be able to demonstrate a proven track record in field sales.

• Candidates with experience in sales to the Independent Hospitality sector are of particular interest.

• Candidates must have strong relationship management skills and a drive to achieve new business