The Processing Sales Manager will develop sales strategies within the food industry, manage customer relations, and negotiate orders. Requires 30% travel to customer sites in the UK.
About the client:
Our Client is a global leader in food processing and packaging solutions committed to making food safe and available everywhere. The company protects what is good by safeguarding food people and the planet while creating a positive impact worldwide.
And we need people like you to make it happen
We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to make an impact to be proud of for food people and the planet
Job Summary
We are looking for a Processing Sales Manager to join our Client’s successful UK and IE Processing Sales Team and support sustainable and profitable growth In this role you will represent Our Client in the United Kingdom developing new sales business with selected customers across all food categories
This is a permanent home based position supported by the London Paddington office The role requires approximately 30 percent travel to customer sites within the UK.
Preferred location Midlands or North of the UK
Please note that no relocation support is included for this role
What You Will Do
- Develop processing business with selected customers or customer groups within the food industry
- Develop and execute sales strategies for assigned customers
- Interpret customer needs and ensure the offering meets those needs
- Ensure customer benefits and value are clearly understood and communicated
- Prepare quotations where appropriate
- Present proposals benefits and value arguments to customers
- Use CRM systems to accurately manage the sales pipeline and forecast new business
- Negotiate orders to achieve expected selling prices
- Negotiate commercial terms and conditions in line with Client’s Business Critical Terms
We Believe You Have
- Degree in Engineering Food Science or equivalent
- Five plus years experience in sales management preferably in dairy prepared food or beverage industries
- Experience selling capital goods in a B2B environment
- Experience using and maintaining CRM systems
- Knowledge of dairy beverage cheese plant based and prepared food technologies and industrial production
- Fluent English written and spoken
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and manage limited resources
- Self motivated proactive and flexible approach
- Ability to challenge existing practices and promote positive behaviors
- Experience developing and managing customer plans
- Good presentation skills
We Offer You
- Exciting challenges with opportunities for development and training in a global environment
- An innovative culture driven by industry experts
- An inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity
- Market competitive compensation benefits and flexible working arrangements
About 1840 & Company
1840 & Company is a global leader in Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and remote talent solutions, dedicated to propelling businesses forward through our comprehensive suite of services. We specialize in connecting companies with world-class freelance professionals and delivering top-tier outsourcing services, across over 150 countries worldwide.
Our mission is to empower growth for forward-thinking businesses, seamlessly bridging any skill or resource gaps with our expertly vetted talent pool. We firmly believe in fostering an environment where exceptional individuals can achieve an optimal work-life balance, working remotely from any location, while maximizing their professional growth and earning potential.
We are headquartered in Overland Park, KS, USA with service delivery facilities in the Philippines, India, Ukraine, South Africa and Argentina. We invite you to explore the opportunities we offer and consider joining our exclusive network of global freelance talent. Visit www.1840andco.com to learn more about us. To explore a wealth of career opportunities and find a role that suits your unique skills and aspirations, please visit our dedicated jobs portal at jobs.1840andco.com.
Top Skills
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