Market Manager UK

Franke; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global kitchen solutions company seeks a Market Manager in the UK to oversee kitchen projects and client relationships. Candidates should have a business or technical background with over 5 years of experience in selling technical products, preferably in the catering sector. Responsibilities include managing projects, achieving sales targets, and promoting products. The role offers flexible working hours and 30 days of vacation.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

30 days holiday

Access to LinkedIn learning

Bonus Programme

Corporate benefits

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in selling technical products.
• Experience in the catering or construction sector preferred.
• Operational experience from QSR industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen projects from planning to realization.
• Act as the first point of contact for core accounts.
• Develop sales strategies and achieve targets.
• Promote products and services actively.
• Provide precise forecasts and manage projects profitably.
• Handle complaints and find solutions.

Skills

Customer consulting

Sales strategy

Project management

Strong communication

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Business or technical qualifications

Job description

Be the Driving Force Behind Our UK Market – Join Franke as Market Manager

Imagine entering a company that not only equips kitchens, but also sets standards worldwide - in innovation, quality and service. Welcome to Franke, a global player with heart, mind and vision. More than 8,000 people on five continents are working here to rethink the world of cooking, serving and enjoyment.

In our Franke Foodservice Systems division, everything revolves around customised solutions for system catering. We help the world's largest restaurant chains to make their kitchens more efficient, modern and sustainable. And this is exactly where you come in.

About the job

Market Manager Core Account United Kingdom (f/m/d) – you are the central point of contact for franchisees, restaurant managers and company representatives. You will accompany complete kitchen projects – from planning to realization – and work closely with architects, site managers, service partners and our internal team.

Your tasks

• Project responsibility for new kitchens and remodeling projects – from A to Z
• Customer consulting & relationship management – you are the first point of contact for our core accounts
• Sales strategy & target achievement – through planning, analyses and targeted measures
• Marketing & promotion – you actively promote our products and services
• Forecasting & reporting – you deliver precise forecasts and manage profitable projects
• Complaints management – you find solutions where others see problems

Requirements

You have completed business or technical qualifications and have at least 5 years' experience in selling technical products – ideally in the catering or construction sector. Operational experience from the QSR industries is a plus. You are a strong communicator, have an entrepreneurial mindset and love managing several projects at the same time. You are fluent in English; any other language is a plus. And: You like travelling – because your customers do too.

What we offer you

• Flexible working hours and basically mobile working (40% office / 60% mobile)
• 30 days holiday
• Full access to LinkedIn learning (including learning time) and allowance for further training
• Bonus Programme for Market Managers
• Corporate benefits and employee gifts on various occasions
• Company and sporting events such as summer parties, departmental outings and football tournaments

For more information see: www.franke.com

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