Key Account Food Service Manager

Zuma Restaurants; Roma; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading food service company in Italy is searching for a Key Account Food Service Manager to drive the development and launch of their new range in the Ho.re.ca channel. The role involves gathering insights from key customers, managing contract negotiations, and contributing to strategic planning. Ideal candidates should possess 3–5+ years of sales or trade marketing experience within FMCG, culinary skills, and proficiency in English and Excel. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional growth and a dynamic work environment.

Servizi

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative team culture

Competenze

• 3–5+ years of experience in Sales or Trade Marketing in the Ho.re.ca channel within FMCG.
• Understanding of frozen food is a plus.

Mansioni

• Gather insights from customers to support portfolio development.
• Create a Route-to-Market strategy with the Head of Channel.
• Manage fast listing processes and monitor KPIs.

Conoscenze

Sales experience

Trade marketing experience

Culinary skills

Fluent English

Analytical abilities

Excel skills

Formazione

University degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Key Account Food Service Manager – Italy

We are seeking a talented Key Account Food Service Manager to join our team in Italy and lead the development and launch of the new Findus Food Service range in the Ho.re.ca channel.

Activities & Responsibilities

• Gather insights from customers (C&C, wholesalers, chains, chefs) to support portfolio development and price positioning
• Create a Route-to-Market strategy in collaboration with the Head of Channel
• Manage fast listing processes and monitor KPIs to drive continuous improvement
• Negotiate and manage contracts with key customers
• Work with local and international chains to identify opportunities and develop the ideal assortment
• Prepare accurate business reports to support decision-making
• Contribute to tenders and collaborate with the Retail Sales Force to find synergies

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in Sales or Trade Marketing in the Ho.re.ca channel within FMCG
• University degree in Business, Marketing, or related field
• Culinary skills and strong analytical abilities
• Understanding of frozen food is a plus
• Fluent English and strong Excel skills

What We Offer

• A dynamic work environment within a leading company in the industry
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A collaborative team culture and the chance to make a tangible impact

Our organization operates in compliance with gender equality and is committed to support Inclusion and Diversity.

Personnel searches are aimed to anyone who is in possession of the necessary requirements, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

Please submit your application without providing information about marriage, family responsibilities, family status, pregnancy.

This announcement is aimed at both sexes, in accordance with Laws 903/77 and 125/91, it is addressed to people of all ages and nationalities in accordance with Legislative Decrees 215/03 and 216/03 and to people belonging to protected categories (L. 68/99).

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing