Sales and Buying Manager

System Recruitment Limited; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading importer and distributor of fish is seeking an experienced Sales and Buying Manager to maintain client relationships and drive business growth. This role in Grimsby involves managing sales and purchasing, requiring strong numerical skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a competitive salary and presents an opportunity to be part of a growing, dynamic company.

Qualifications

• Proven sales and business development experience within the fishing industry.
• Strong numerical skills and computer literacy.
• Confident working independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain existing client relationships and drive business growth.
• Manage sales, purchasing, and costs.
• Provide holiday cover for senior management.

Skills

Fish industry

Buying

Sales

Business development

Purchasing

Job description

Sales and Buying Manager

A leading importer and distributor of fish in Grimsby is seeking an experienced Sales and Buying Manager to join their team at their offices in Grimsby.

Key Skills: Fish industry, buying, sales, business development, purchasing

Location: Grimsby, DN31 3QJ

Salary: Circa £55,000 – £65,000 per annum

The company has experienced significant growth in demand for their fresh fish products and is looking for a professional with experience in sales and buying within the fish industry to maintain existing client relationships and drive business growth.

The role primarily involves sales, purchasing, and cost management. The successful candidate will also provide holiday cover for senior management. Strong numerical skills, computer literacy, and accuracy are essential.

Candidates should be confident working independently, self-driven, and comfortable working as part of a small team in a fast-paced environment.

Due to the nature of the business, early starts are required, with a typical start time of 5:00 am, finishing when the day's work is complete.

This position offers an opportunity to be part of a growing, dynamic company. The role is physically and mentally demanding, requiring hands-on involvement with factory staff to meet deadlines during busy periods.

Essential Experience: Proven sales and business development experience within the fishing industry.