Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsLeading Food Manufacturing Business within CategoryFantastic Career Development OpportunitiesAbout Our ClientLeading and established Food Manufacturing Business with the category they operate with a great reputation within the market.Job DescriptionNurture and develop strong relationships with existing Food Manufacturing/ Food Service customers - taking responsibility as main contact for all allocated accountsDeveloping and establishing new business opportunities/ key supply routes for the distribution and national salesTo visit customers regularly, attending meetings, preparing presentations and investigating / resolving complaints and queries as requiredWorking cross functionally and proactively to ensure cost of supply reflected in all customer pricing agreements. Upselling opportunities explored with the customer/internally in a timely and accurate manner. Sales/company profits increase in line with cost and budget guidelinesThe Successful ApplicantMinimum of 2-year experience in an Account Manager roleRelevant experience within the Food sectorRelevant experience of short shelf life supply chainsExcellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail and communication skillsStrong understanding of sales metrics and company costing processes.Knowledge of excel and other associated office packagesInquisitive nature, ability to influence without authority and strong problem solving skillsWhat's on OfferCompetitive package of up to £40,000 plus car and bonus, and the opportunity for development into National Accounts.This role is office based in Preston/Leeds 4 days per weekContactStephanie LidsterQuote job refJN-082024-6498537Phone number+44 113 388 9077Job summaryJob functionSalesSubsectorFMCG & ConsumerSectorFMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)LocationPrestonContract typePermanentConsultant nameStephanie LidsterConsultant phone+44 113 388 9077Job referenceJN-082024-6498537