Regional Sales Manager - Foodservice

FMCG Exec; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice manufacturer seeks a motivated professional to manage key accounts across the M62 corridor. The role involves building long-term customer relationships, conducting face-to-face visits, and growing sales through sampling and demos. Ideal candidates should be hardworking, proactive, and capable of adapting to local trends. Previous experience in account management within the foodservice industry is essential. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment focused on delivering commercial success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing key accounts, ideally within the foodservice sector.
• Strong communication skills to effectively engage with clients.
• Ability to understand and adapt to local trends.

Responsibilities

• Manage key accounts while building long-term customer relationships.
• Conduct daily face-to-face visits to various types of customers.
• Open new business through sampling and demonstrations.
• Grow regional sales through partners and distributors.
• Understand operator needs and adapt to local preferences.
• Deliver commercial results while enhancing regional presence.

Skills

Account management

Customer relationship building

Sales growth strategies

Flavour demos

Job description

Job Description

About the Role

Are you a hardworking, motivated Foodservice professional who loves being out visiting customers face-to-face and has solid industry knowledge?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a premium manufacturer known for over 40 years of craftsmanship, authentic recipes, clean-label options, premium flavour, and innovation inspired by street food and regional tastes. Their large, operator-focused portfolio and professional packaging formats make them a trusted partner for fast-paced kitchens across the UK.

To note, the primary area for this role is the M62 corridor.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing key accounts across your region and building long-term customer relationships
• Visiting customers face-to-face daily - owners, chefs, takeaways, wholesalers, QSR operators
• Opening new business through sampling, flavour demos, and menu support
• Growing regional sales through wholesale partners and distributors
• Understanding operator needs and adapting your approach to local trends and flavour preferences
• Delivering commercial results while building a strong regional footprint

The Ideal Fit :

• Hardworking, proactive, and self-driven
• Confident i...