National Account Manager - Foodservice

Job description

PH1261 - National Account Manager - Foodservice

REWARDS: 45K-55K Basic Salary, 60K OTE, Fully Expensed Car/Fuel Card

LOCATION: London, Birmingham, Oxford, Manchester, Nottingham, Leeds, Sheffield, Liverpool, Northampton, Bristol

Exciting NAM position with UK 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 are able to provide 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 are able to offer strong career prospects for successful professionals looking to make their mark on 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.

Due to strong trading conditions we are currently seeking to further develop our National Account team with the addition of a NAM.

THE ROLE:

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing accounts across our contract catering and B&I sector.

The roles is predominantly account management focussed, with emphasis on developing share of wallet with an existing portfolio of clients.

Many of these clients have been trading with us for several years - but still present strong opportunities for us to develop further share of wallet.

Due the complex nature of the contract catering sector the role is extremely varied by nature and different clients have very different requirements for products depending on the consumers they are servicing.

You will also work closely with marketing and NPD to deliver solutions and keep on point with on trend products and information.

THE APPLICANT.

We are ideally seeking to speak to proven sales professionals with experience selling into the foodservice and catering sector at National Accounts and Buyer level.

• Candidates must be able to demonstrate a proven track record in Foodservice sales at buyer level.

• Candidates with experience working within Foodservice wholesale are of particular interest although candidates from a Foodservice manufacturer background will also be considered.

• Experience managing major and National Accounts within the Contract Catering sector will be advantageous, although a background in sales to other Foodservice channels will also be considered.

• Candidates must be structured, target driven individuals but also work effectively within a team environment.

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

Midas specialises in recruiting Sales, Marketing, and executive professionals across the Foodservice sector. Midas operates as an Employment Agency.