Area Sales Manager

Food to Foodservice LOCATION : London

REWARDS: Basic 49K-52K (OTE 60K

Uncapped) Car allowance or electric car company benefits Looking to start the year with one of the leading regional foodservice companies

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THE COMPANY : Excellent opportunities have arisen to join one of the leading regional foodservice companies in the UK. We have been established for over half a century and have an loyal, established customer base across the catering industry. Over recent years they have demonstrated significant growth through developing an experienced management team and a successful sales team. Our superb range enables us to provide a one stop solution to all companies in the hospitality and foodservice sectors and has led us to winning significant national business. Due to expansion we are seeking to add to our sales team with an experienced Foodservice individual. THE ROLE: This opportunity involves managing and growing foodservice accounts within an established client base. Although a large proportion of sales will be from trading accounts candidates will also be expected to add to the account portfolio through strategic new business. You will invest time in menu planning and food costing at Chef and contract catering manager level. Your account base will have an exciting mix of accounts including Hotels, Public Houses, Education, Healthcare and Schools. This is a fantastic opportunity to cover a well established territory and demonstrate growth through both existing and new business. THE APPLICANT. The successful candidate will be an experienced sales professional from within the foodservice industry. Will have experience of sales into the catering/foodservice sector. Is preferred to have a successful track record with independent end user accounts. Will be comfortable with menu planning and food costing at chef level. Will have an extremely service based approach to sales. Will be able to demonstrate a successful track record in new business development across all areas of the foodservice market. Please get in touch if you feel this is the right opportunity for you for the New Year.

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