Foodservice Sales Manager

Tesco; Folkestone; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Booker Group is seeking a talented Foodservice Sales Manager to elevate our sales and build lasting relationships with caterers, restaurants and other foodservice customers. We offer opportunities to earn fixed payments for stretch growth in designated areas and a focus on work/life balance.

The role requires proven sales experience in foodservice, strong communication skills, and the ability to work autonomously within a collaborative team. Flexible working options are available across the UK.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales, account management or business development within foodservice.
• Strong understanding of the foodservice market or willingness to learn.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to listen and tailor solutions.
• Able to build rapport quickly and adapt your style to customer needs.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented and autonomous as well as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new and existing business opportunities within your targeted area.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet customer needs and drive sustainable profits.
• Stay up to date on market trends and share knowledge with customers and the business.
• Represent the company at industry events and trade shows.
• Follow the Business Code of Conduct and champion diversity and inclusion.

Skills

Proven track record

Foodservice market knowledge

Communication skills

Relationship building

Negotiation & Objection handling

Self-motivation & teamwork

Commercial awareness

Willingness to learn

Job description

Job Type: Full time, part time and flexible working will be considered- our hours aren’t 9am-5pm, so yours don’t need to be either! Let’s explore at interview how we can accommodate a great work/life balance for you!

At Booker, we pride ourselves on delivering a diverse range of high-quality food and drink products to caterers, restaurants, pubs, and other food service businesses. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment establishes a sense of belonging among our employees, making them feel welcome, and more connected and productive. Our dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction distinguishes us in the industry, and we aim to build on this success!

To support our continued growth in Foodservice sales, we are seeking a talented Foodservice Sales Manager to elevate our sales and foster long-lasting relationships with our customers. In return, we offer the potential to earn additional fixed payments for achieving stretch growth in your designated areas, find out more at interview!!

Curious about what sets us apart? Here are some key features and benefits of our business:

• UK's Largest Food and Drink Wholesaler - we are the biggest and fastest-growing supplier to the independent catering market

• Leading Foodservice Butcher - with over 20% of the UK’s master butchers working for us, we offer expert advice to enhance dishes and increase our customers' menu options and profits

• Award-Winning Own Label Brands - our brands are recognised for their quality and value

• Experienced Team - we have a network of over 100 Foodservice Sales Managers who excel in building great customer relationships

• Excellent Delivery Service - we offer delivery, click & collect and in-person shopping experiences in our nationwide branch network with a muti temp offering, ensuring we cater to all our catering customer needs.

• A Place To Get On – Our commitment extends beyond sales; we're dedicated to supporting your career development every step of the way. Here, you'll find opportunities for bitesize upskilling, mentorship, and professional growth, ensuring that you can reach your full potential and achieve your career goals

• Every Voice Matters – At the heart of our cultural transformation is a commitment to our colleagues, where we encourage you to share your insights and ideas on how we can shape our business together, fostering an environment where everyone's contributions are valued.

Interested? We look forward to reading your application!

• Identifying and developing new and existing business opportunities within your targeted area

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure we meet customer needs and drive sustainable profits

• Staying up to date on market trends and share this knowledge with customer and the business

• Represent the company at industry events and trade shows

• Following our Business Code of Conduct and always acting with integrity and due diligence championing diversity and inclusion

• 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

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, 8 distribution centres, 5 Best Food Logistics sites, as well as 6 support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome.

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers; some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

We’re proud that Booker is a Disability Confident Committed Leader and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please contact [e-mail]

Please note

We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.

On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.

*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*

For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk