Food Service Controller

Location: Hybrid

Salary: Competitive + car or allowance, bonus, pension & more!

Are you a dynamic and results driven sales professional? Do you have a passion for foodservice and FMCG sales? If so, our client (marketing leaders in their sector) has an exciting opportunity for you to join their team as a Food Service Controller!

Purpose of the Role:

As a Food Service Controller, you will be responsible for driving continuous growth by selling their products, managing key customer portfolios, and ensuring the profitability of their business.

Key Responsibilities:

* Customer Management: Lead and manage an agreed portfolio of key customers, ensuring profitable sales and customer satisfaction.

* Sales Targets: Achieve turnover, profit, and volume/distribution targets through effective negotiation and strategic planning.

* Team Leadership: Lead and develop a team of sales managers across the UK & Ireland, ensuring growth strategies are implemented successfully.

* Strategic Planning: Build joint business plans with key customers and assist in developing long-term growth strategies.

* Financial Management: Manage the annual budget and lead negotiation of trading terms

* Forecasting & Reporting: Provide accurate forecasts and reports to the Line Manager and head office.

* Promotional Activity: Lead and manage promotional activities and analyse results to continuously improve performance.

* Coaching & Mentoring: Support your sales team by providing coaching to ensure they hit their targets and grow professionally.

Key Competencies:

* Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights.

* Proven success in sales management and negotiation, particularly within the FMCG foodservice sector.

* A strong leader with the ability to motivate and inspire a team to achieve high standards.

* Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and computer skills, including a good understanding of Excel and databases.

* Results driven, enthusiastic and adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

What We're Looking For:

* Excellent experience in FMCG National Wholesale foodservice.

* Higher education qualifications in sales, marketing, or related fields.

* Demonstrated success in managing and negotiating with wholesale & cash and carry groups.

* Ability to lead and inspire teams to deliver top performance.

* A self starter with a hands on approach to driving growth and maintaining customer relationships.

What We Offer:

* A competitive salary and benefits package.

* Opportunities for career growth and development within a dynamic company.

* The chance to make a real impact on the success of the business.

If you're ready to take on an exciting challenge and lead a high-performing sales team in the FMCG foodservice sector, we want to hear from youApply today and join the Foodservice team!

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