Food Service Manager, Jeddah, KSA

General Mills, Inc.; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food company seeks a highly skilled Food Service Manager in Jeddah, KSA. This role involves managing foodservice distributors, expanding key accounts, and developing sales strategies for Bakery and Frozen product segments. The ideal candidate brings robust experience in HORECA sales, demonstrates strong negotiation skills, and thrives in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of foodservice sales experience in Saudi Arabia.
• Experience managing Bakery Ingredients and Frozen products.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize relationships with foodservice distributors.
• Build relationships with HORECA and Bakery operators.
• Conduct market analysis and provide insights.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Sales strategy

Key account management

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Tools

CRM tools

Sales tools

Job description

# Food Service Manager, Jeddah, KSA

Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Company Overview:

General Mills is a global CPG leader, with over 150 years of heritage, featuring iconic brands such as Häagen-Dazs, Nature Valley, Old El Paso, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, and Gold Medal. We are committed to making food the world loves and being a force for good, fostering a workplace of learning, exploration, and innovation.

Purpose:

Seeking a highly skilled and results-driven Food Service Manager to lead and grow our business in Saudi Arabia. Responsible for managing foodservice distributors, handling Bakery Ingredients, Frozen (Ice Cream, Vegetables), and Snacks brands, and expanding key accounts in HORECA and Bakery channels.

Responsibilities:

1. Distributor Management: Lead and optimize relationships with foodservice distributors, focusing on sales strategies, pricing, promotions, inventory, and performance analysis. Expand distribution through strategic initiatives.
2. Key Account & Channel Development: Build relationships with HORECA and Bakery operators, secure new accounts, negotiate contracts, and promote product placement.
3. Sales & Business Development: Achieve sales targets, develop sales plans, identify growth opportunities, and support new product launches and marketing campaigns.
4. Market & Competitive Intelligence: Conduct market analysis, provide insights, and stay updated on industry trends and regulations.
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work effectively with supply chain, finance, and marketing teams, providing reports and forecasts to management.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. 5+ years of foodservice sales experience in Saudi Arabia, with strong distributor and key account management skills.
2. Experience managing Bakery Ingredients, Frozen products, and Snacks in HORECA and Bakery channels.
3. Proven negotiation, pricing, and revenue growth skills.
4. Strong analytical skills and data-driven approach.
5. Fluency in Arabic and English.
6. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
7. Experience with CRM and sales tools preferred.

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