Foodservice Business Manager

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected food manufacturing company in Manchester is seeking a Foodservice Business Manager. This role involves managing key accounts and identifying new business opportunities in the Foodservice sector. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in the UK Foodservice sector, strong account management skills, and a proactive mindset. Join a forward-thinking team passionate about delivering high-quality products and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the UK Foodservice sector with contacts across key customers.
• Background in food manufacturing with fast-paced or short shelf-life products.
• Self-driven and proactive mindset with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage one or two key accounts and identify new business opportunities.
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing insights into the sector.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to meet customer needs.

Skills

Account management

Business development

Knowledge of UK Foodservice sector

Sales strategy

Category management

Education

Degree or equivalent education

Job description

Foodservice Business Manager
Manchester
£55k - £65k plus Benefits

We’re delighted to be partnering with a highly respected, family-owned food manufacturing business to recruit a Senior National Account Manager focused on the Foodservice sector.

With a proud heritage, strong values, and a supportive culture, this business is known for its high-quality products, innovation, and long-standing customer relationships.

Due to continued growth and exciting new product development, the company is expanding its commercial team. This role is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Foodservice professional to play a key role in shaping the company’s strategy and customer relationships within this fast-moving sector.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing one or two key accounts, as well as identifying new business opportunities across the Foodservice channel. You’ll act as a trusted advisor, bringing deep insight into the sector, spotting trends, and leveraging your industry network to deliver real commercial value. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders across NPD, marketing, and operations to ensure customer needs are met and exceeded.

We’re looking for someone who has:
Proven experience in the UK Foodservice sector, ideally with contacts across QSR, Coffee Chains, Restaurant Groups, Hotels, and other key OOH customers.
A background in food manufacturing-preferably with fast-paced or short shelf-life products
Strong account management and business development skills
Knowledge of category management, sales strategy, and commercial planning
Sales training and a degree (or equivalent education)
A self-driven, proactive mindset and the ability to work independently

If you’re passionate about Foodservice and ready to join a forward-thinking, ambitious company, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply with your CV today or contact Abbi for a confidential discussion.

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