Food Business Professional (Sales Executive) Based in Butterworth

Fraser and Neave; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and beverage company in Malaysia is searching for a Food Business Professional (Sales Executive) based in Butterworth. The role demands a minimum of 5 years in customer acquisition or sales, ideally within the Food Services sector. Responsibilities include identifying new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and conducting market analyses. The position offers health benefits, strong career development plans, and flexible work arrangements, ensuring a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health care coverage

Comprehensive medical insurance

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development plans

Attractive remuneration and performance incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in customer acquisition, sales, or business development.
• Preferably experience within the Food Services sector.

Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities nationwide using market research.
• Develop and manage a pipeline of prospective clients.
• Execute terms and conditions of Food Services and Business contracts.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision makers.
• Conduct market analysis and report on acquisition metrics.

Skills

Results-oriented

Strong communication skills

Data analytical

Critical-thinking

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality Management

Tools

Microsoft Power BI

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Food Business Professional (Sales Executive) Based in Butterworth

Join F&N, a dynamic Asian conglomerate known for iconic brands like 100plus. Be part of our growth journey in food and beverages. Embrace innovation and sustainability, bringing your skills in marketing, operations, or strategic management to make a meaningful impact. Shape the future of consumer goods with us!

What will you be doing?

• Identify new business opportunity within the channel nationwide, leveraging market research and data analytics.
• Develop and manage a pipeline of prospective clients, ensuring a consistent flow of new business opportunities.
• Proposing, managing and executing the terms and conditions of Food Services and Business contracts.
• Work closely on collaboration, support and alignment from various department stakeholders including Regions, Marketing, Finance, Logistic and Technical.
• Build and maintain strong relationship with key decision makers within the Food Services sector. Conduct regular meeting and presentations to showcase our products/services and understand customer needs.
• Ensure excellent customer experience throughout the acquisition processes and beyond.
• Establish and maintain relationships with chefs, restaurateurs, foodservice managers, and other influencers within the industry. Leverage this connection to gather insights, identify trends, and promote our offerings.
• Conduct market analysis to stay abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences.
• Provide insights and recommendations to enhance our product offerings and competitive positioning.
• Monitor and report on acquisition metrics, adjusting strategies as necessary to achieve targets.
• Manage order processing, forecast, and account aging.
• Initiate, execute, and evaluate all promotional initiatives within DME allocation.

Job Requirements / Qualifications

Educational Background

At least Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or a related field

Working Experience

Minimum 5 years of experience in customer acquisition, sales, or business development, preferable within the Food Services sector.

Required Knowledge

• Microsoft Power BI
• Microsoft Office and Excel
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving
• Strong Data analytical

Required skills

• Results-oriented with a passion for driving business growth.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing market conditions.
• Strong understanding of the hospitality industry and its dynamics.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to think strategically and execute tactically.

What we offer?

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Comprehensive medical, insurance, or social security coverage.
• Engaging activities and recognition programs.
• Strong learning and development plans for your career growth.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Attractive remuneration, great perks, and performance incentives.

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