Account Manager | London | £28,000 - £31,500

This family-run company has a true passion for fresh food and has over three generations of expert knowledge. They are very established, have always strived to be the best and you could be part of this prodigious business.

About the Job:

You will be based at the head office approximately two days a week with the rest of the week out and about visiting customers, building relationships and negotiating and driving new products.

There is a requirement to be available on call at weekends too but this is usually for emergencies only.

You will be reporting directly to the Channel Manager and constantly in collaboration with the other central functions within the business (Procurement / Development / Marketing / Operations / Finance). You will target and convert win-win opportunities to enhance the client's customer experience.

You will need to be a hardworking individual. You need to be confident in presentation skills for conveying ideas and strategies to both peer groups and business colleagues. Are you very self-motivated and able to demonstrate a knowledge of fresh food?

Ideal Candidate:

The role would suit someone who is willing to travel and happy with overnight stays and occasional weekend working (mostly at events and shows).

Direct supplier experience within the foodservice market place is desirable but the ideal candidate would have catering experience / chef experience and be passionate about food, sales and customer service.

If you have also worked in the following fields we would like to hear from you: Sales Representative, Sales Executive, Sales Consultant, Direct Salesperson, New Business Development Manager, Business Development Manager.

If you would like to discuss the job more or chat about it confidentiality please call Laura Brockbank on 01780 480530 or email laura@morepeople.co.uk