PH1592 – Business Development Manager – Fine Foods to Foodservice

Location – Brighton, Chichester, Crawley, Ashford, London

Salary – 45K–55K (65K OTE) Car allowance, Full company benefits.

The Company:

We are a multimillion pounds turnover wholesaler with a strong, long standing presence within the Foodservice sector.

Although recent years have presented unique and challenging times for the hospitality sector we are still committed to moving forward with exciting long term plans to coincide with when the Foodservice sector rebuilds.

Across the sector re are renowned for the strength of our product range which combines core line areas with a range of premium products.

Our range is known for moving with the times and via effective and continued innovative procurement, we are also able to supply a comprehensive range of on trend, gluten free and vegan products.

The strength of our business has been built on foundations of excellent service levels and although price competitive within the market it is this client focus which has enabled us to develop a loyal customer base within Foodservice.

We are particular adept at servicing restaurants, bar, hotel, leisure, pub and coffee shop chains.

The role:

This is an exciting opportunity to inherit and develop an existing team with huge potential for further growth and success.

You will be responsible for managing a field sales team comprising initially of circa 6 ASM level sales professionals, specialising in driving business with independent foodservice end users, and a BDM/KAM level person focusing on multisite business.

Your predominant focus will be to manage, support, coach and develop the team.

However, you will also be directly involved in helping to win major new business alongside the team and potentially manage a small portfolio of Key Accounts alongside managing the team.

We have exciting plans for next year that involve strengthening and growing the sales team, so this provides an excellent opportunity for candidates passionate about man management and food service.

The Applicant:

We are seeking to speak to candidates with a proven track record of Field Sales Management, preferably within the Foodservice sector, with a passion for developing teams

Candidates must have a proven record of Field Sales Management Candidates with a background in Foodservice Field Sales Management will be of strong interest. Experience working in a Sales capacity within Foodservice wholesale will also be advantageous. Candidate must have a strong, structured approach, and a passion for people management.