GB Foodservice Account Manager: Growth & Partnerships

Bell Recruitment; Donegal; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell Recruitment is seeking an Account Manager in Ballybofey to develop and manage Foodservice and Wholesale accounts across Great Britain. You will work cross-functionally to drive sales, foresee customer needs, and ensure profitability while traveling as required.

The role requires strong negotiation, relationship-building, and analytical skills, plus a full UK/Irish driving licence. You will report to the Commercial team and contribute to ongoing growth strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience in Sales, Business Development, or Account Management in FMCG.
• Willingness to travel across Great Britain and work independently.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Results-oriented with strong numerical and analytical ability.
• Service-oriented, polite, friendly, and diplomatic.
• Ability to generate ideas, prioritise tasks, and multitask effectively.
• Full UK/Irish driving licence.
• Experience in Foodservice and Wholesale channels in Great Britain.
• Third-level qualification in Business or Marketing.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow relationships with Foodservice and Wholesale customers in Great Britain.
• Develop trusting relationships with customers to retain and expand their business.
• Resolve customer issues promptly to maintain satisfaction.
• Understand customer requirements and communicate internal solutions through monthly sales meetings.
• Gather, report, and communicate customer feedback on service, products, and delivery.
• Achieve defined sales targets and KPIs.
• Attend trade shows and events to promote products and gain new customers.
• Lead annual contract renewals and new client onboarding processes.
• Conduct market research and participate in new product development initiatives.
• Identify new business opportunities and generate innovative ideas to grow sales.

Skills

Sales

Business Development

Account Management

Negotiation

Relationship Building

Analytical Thinking

Driving Licence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing

Job description

Bell Recruitment is seeking an Account Manager in Ballybofey to develop and manage Foodservice and Wholesale accounts across Great Britain. You will work cross-functionally to drive sales, foresee customer needs, and ensure profitability while traveling as required.

The role requires strong negotiation, relationship-building, and analytical skills, plus a full UK/Irish driving licence. You will report to the Commercial team and contribute to ongoing growth strategies.