Commercial Manager - B2B Food

The Commercial Manager will play a pivotal role within a B2B sales team for a condiment food producer in both the branded and own label space. You'll head up one of their largest strategic manufacturing partners, optimising current contracts, whilst always looking for innovative / creative NPD opportunities.

Client Details

An award winning food business dedicated to producing high quality condiments for the UK leading food manufacturers and retailers. With a passion for good food, fine ingredients and technical excellence, the business continues to evolve and innovate to ensure end consumer satisfaction!

Description

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to achieve company objectives within the B2B food market
• Manage and grow key client relationships with the Food Manufacturers
• Optimise existing contracts and further Identify new business opportunities
• Cross functional workings with the NPD, innovators, chefs, food creators, designers and deliverers
• Analyse market trends and competitor activities to inform business decisions
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with clients to maximise profitability
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the FMCG industry and its evolving landscape within B2B

Profile

A successful Commercial Manager - B2B Food will have:

• Strong experience within Foodservice, preferably Ingredients into the Food Manufacturers
• Strong negotiation and communication skills to manage client relationships effectively
• Problem solver with the ability to service clients needs within a commercial framework
• Experience in developing and implementing strategic business plans
• The ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams inc. NPD, Technical, Chef's etc.

Job Offer

• £65-£70,000 base salary + CA
• Generous holiday allowance to support work-life balance.
• Chance to contribute to the growth of a well-established FMCG business

If B2B Foodservice is your channel of expertise and you're looking for a progressive and inclusive culture - please apply!

Desired Skills and Experience

The Commercial Manager will play a pivotal role within a B2B sales team for a condiment food producer in both the branded and own label space. You'll head up one of their largest strategic manufacturing partners, optimising current contracts, whilst always looking for innovative / creative NPD opportunities.

Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to achieve company objectives within the B2B food market
Manage and grow key client relationships with the Food Manufacturers
Optimise existing contracts and further Identify new business opportunities
Cross functional workings with the NPD, innovators, chefs, food creators, designers and deliverers
Analyse market trends and competitor activities to inform business decisions
Negotiate contracts and agreements with clients to maximise profitability
Maintain a thorough understanding of the FMCG industry and its evolving landscape within B2B