Sales Manager - Chilled Food / Retail & Foodservice / £40-50k + benefits

Sales Manager – NW England – 40-50k

Reference: RJS34312 

Company

Our client is a well-established food manufacturer looking to expand and specialize in supplying high quality chilled value-added products to the Retail and Foodservice industries. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in sales with a long standing company experiencing a period of high growth.

Role

• Drive sales to new and existing customers in targeted market segments, utilizing knowledge in researched food trends
• Work closely with Product Development Manager to ensure success of new products
• Manage accounts in-line with company’s margin targets, factoring in all cost, discounts and promotions
• Attend food festivals and trade exhibitions to remain current in food industry
• Proactive and constructive member of the Sales Team
• Support the maintenance and development of the company’s image and reputation

Person

• Proven sales record working in Food manufacturing supplying into Retail and Foodservice industries
• Experience with chilled food products beneficial
• Excellent financial and commercial awareness
• Ability to effectively network with key figures in the food industry
• Ability to drive results in a fast paced environment

Package

£40-50k + car/car allow + bonus + benefits

If you would like to apply for this position please send your most recent up to date CV to Richard.sneddon@drnewitt.com.  Alternatively if you would like to find out more about the role please call Richard Sneddon on 0161 833 0181.