Specialist premium food supplier seeks a Chef / Field Sales professional to develop sales with existing and potential customers.
As a Sales Executive for this recognised quality food brand, you will manage and develop your own set of accounts and report directly to the Channel Manager.
This role offers the opportunity to develop your skills and experience within a team of like-minded food enthusiasts, in a company that rewards hard work. They provide a positive company culture, training, support, and a fabulous range of food products to be proud of.
The business distributes premium European products to a loyal customer base that values fine foods, including high-quality UK food customers such as national chains, fine dining restaurants, hotels, coffee shops, and caterers.
This position is ideal for a Chef looking to start a career in sales or a Field Sales professional who is a passionate foodie and can cook. You should believe that the customer is king and be dedicated to delivering excellent customer service.
You will be responsible for foodservice customers within a designated territory, planning face-to-face meetings, sampling products, upselling, assisting credit control, and handling administrative tasks associated with customer and territory management. You will have the autonomy to manage your time effectively to meet your targets and KPIs.
The main areas for business development include the following regions: Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Norfolk, Northamptonshire, Suffolk, and Essex. It is essential that you reside in or near these areas.
If you have the knowledge and culinary experience to engage with chefs and catering managers daily, are self-motivated, and hungry for sales, please apply today with your CV or contact Neal directly to discuss further.
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