Area Sales Manager - Foodservice

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Head of Foodservice (Specialist in sourcing sales talent for clients in the Foodservice sector) at Midas Selection

PH1731 – Area Sales Manager – Food to Foodservice

LOCATION: Brighton, Worthing

Fantastic opportunity for candidates seeking to work for a genuine foodservice market leader.

THE COMPANY:

Excellent opportunity to join one of the genuine market leaders and recognised brand names within the Foodservice sector. Our company provides a one-stop solution including Ambient, Chilled, Frozen, Fresh, Seafood, and Meat produce. Their ability to fully meet the requirements for comprehensive menu planning is second to none, as is their reputation for combining quality produce with excellent levels of service. The company offers strong career prospects for successful professionals looking to make their mark within the Foodservice industry.

By combining a family-based service ethos with our fantastic branded and non-branded ranges, our name is recognised for quality across the foodservice sector.

THE ROLE:

The successful candidate will be responsible for approximately 150 accounts within a designated territory. They will be involved in menu planning and upselling within these established clients, in addition to developing new business. The account base will consist mainly of Restaurants, Hotels, and Pubs, although there will also be a strong amount of Public Sector based accounts such as Schools and Hospitals. The role is of a consultative nature due to the comprehensive range available to the client, and candidates will be expected to be able to communicate with a wide range of decision makers ranging from Chefs to Catering Managers and Purchasing teams.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a comprehensive and market-leading product range to foodservice clients, supported by an excellent level of service.

THE APPLICANT:

We are ideally seeking to speak to proven sales professionals with experience selling into the foodservice and catering sector.

• Candidates with a proven track record in Foodservice field sales are of strong interest.
• Candidates with a proven track record in other Field Sales disciplines (including Drink or FMCG) are also welcomed.
• Candidates with experience in sales to the hospitality sector are of particular interest.
• Candidates must have strong business development skills and drive to achieve new business.
• A background working for a foodservice food manufacturer or wholesaler is preferable.
• Candidates must be driven, energetic sales professionals able to plan and implement their own journey plan.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for foodservice candidates seeking to further their career with a brand leader.

All applicants send CVs to paul.haworth@midas-selection.com.

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development

Industries

Food and Beverage Services