Salesperson – Experienced within the Fresh Produce Industry

POSITION TITLE: Salesperson – Experienced within the Fresh Produce Industry LOCATION: Leicester – Wholesale REPORTS TO: Branch Manager / Department Manager ABOUT THE ROLE To undertake day to day procurement and sales of fresh produce within an existing client base and further develop profitable business. The successful candidate must have experience of a sales role within the fresh produce industry, and a proven track record of improving and developing sales pipeline. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES To establish, maintain and develop relationships with existing and new suppliers To identify and develop new sales opportunities To maximize sales and profit margins Regular involvement in stock controls To work closely with the Department Manager to develop opportunities within the region Ensure the best customer service is always delivered To assist to pick / assemble specific customers’ orders when applicable Liaison with sales, procurement, and operations employees. Liaison with group H&S and technical teams Co-ordination with Dept Managers /Branch Manager Close working relationships are to be developed with existing and new customers Close working relationships are to be developed with key suppliers EXPERIENCE Successful track record within a fast-moving wholesale or retail environment with fresh produce experience Commercial industry knowledge Customer focussed Profit orientated, cost conscious Strong influencing skills Performance Management focus IT literate OTHER Full clean driving licence #J-18808-Ljbffr