Business Development Manager – Foodservice Manufacturer

PH1695 – Business Development Manager – Foodservice Manufacturer REWARDS: 34K-36K Basic Salary, 43K OTE, Car allowance, Fuel Card LOCATION: Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee Great opportunity to work with some fantastic brands within the Foodservice sector THE COMPANY: We are an established Ice Cream manufacturer operating predominantly within the Foodservice sector. Our product range is renowned for it’s high quality and excellent flavour range – and we are able to provide our products in a wide range of SKUS from individual pots to multi litre sized packaging. In addition to the strength of our product range we support this with an exceptionally high level of service. This approach has led to huge growth in recent years – with our brand being seen in hospitality outlets across the UK. We have an established sales team that works within a positive company culture and are seeking to add further foodservice talent to the team. THE ROLE: This position involves developing and managing business with Foodservice outlets across a geographical area. The focus sectors include leisure, pub, hotel and food to go establishments. You will be targeted on business growth across the account base within the area and will further develop the accounts once on board. The role involves a consultative approach as in addition to providing high quality Ice Cream you will provide free on loan point of sale and equipment – so a structured, commercial approach is also required. The role is relationship led so involves a relationship led but tenacious approach. THE APPLICANT. We are ideally seeking to speak to proven sales professionals with experience selling into the foodservice and catering sector. In particular we feel this role is ideal for someone working within Foodservice wholesale seeking a step into working in a specialist foodservice area * 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