Senior Foodservice Commercial Manager

b3 jobs ltd; Hempstalls; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Car allowance

Pension scheme

Job summary

b3 jobs ltd in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Commercial Manager to expand our footprint across the foodservice sector, working closely with manufacturing partners and customers to deliver growth.

You will be responsible for growing key accounts, identifying new opportunities, and leading commercial negotiations, tender submissions, and stock planning while delivering accurate forecasting and regular sales reporting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Commercial Manager or similar role within foodservice or FMCG is vital.
• Strong track record of managing and growing chilled and/or frozen food categories.
• In-depth knowledge of the UK foodservice market, including wholesale, QSR, and contract caterers.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of key accounts, including national wholesalers, buying groups, restaurant chains and manufacturers.
• Identify new opportunities for business growth with existing and new customers.
• Collaborate with manufacturing partners to manage commercial negotiations, tender submissions, new product development, logistics and stock planning.
• Deliver accurate forecasting, budgeting, and sales reporting.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with manufacturing partners and customers.

Job description

b3 jobs ltd in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Commercial Manager to expand our footprint across the foodservice sector, working closely with manufacturing partners and customers to deliver growth.

You will be responsible for growing key accounts, identifying new opportunities, and leading commercial negotiations, tender submissions, and stock planning while delivering accurate forecasting and regular sales reporting.