Field Sales Representative
Are you someone who is resilient and likes a challenge? Have you got experience in winning new business opportunities, are you a foodie? Then we have something for you!
JJ Food Service are looking for an experienced Field Sales Representative to ensure they obtain new high-profile clients at a complex level, having clear knowledge of the market. The focus of the role will be to expand the JJ brand into new markets. The success of the role will be measured by the number of new customers and their retention, as well as an increase in sales turnover and gross profit.
This is a field-based position; you will be flexible and able to travel as required.
Salary: up to £40,000 per annum + OTE Bonus
To be successful you must have:
1. Prior experience in new business development in the Food Service Sector or national accounts position with successful achievements in winning in multiple sectors and managing a tender.
2. Ability to work on your own initiative.
3. Strong selling and negotiation skills.
4. Knowledge in commercial insight and key profit levers.
5. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
6. Good understanding of JJ Food Service Ltd, business, and high-end restaurants sector in Aston and the West Midlands.
7. Able to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
8. Ability to work towards tight deadlines.
9. Up-to-date with industry trends, regulations, and legislation.
Responsibilities of the role:
1. Ensure commercial new business is won via active prospecting and by managing a pipeline of prospect opportunities.
2. Understand the market in which the company operates and how the organization’s products and services are used within the market.
3. Grow and maintain customer relationships in line with a growth target and strong links.
4. Use successful techniques for winning contracts, which include communicating the unique selling points of JJ Food Service Ltd, being aware of the company’s operating and profit margins, and understanding the clients’ specific requirements.
Our benefits:
1. 5% Profit-Sharing scheme
2. Sales Bonus
3. Training and development
4. Business mileage
5. 28 days paid annual leave (including Bank Holidays), increasing to 33 days of leave with length of service
6. Access to hundreds of exclusive discounts and savings through our JJ family portal
7. Free support with personal legal, medical, health, and wellbeing issues
8. A free telephone counselling service
9. Cycle to work scheme
If you feel you have the necessary skills, apply today! Our friendly team will be in touch if your application is successful.
About JJ Foodservice
JJ Foodservice is an award-winning foodservice provider, with 12 branches across the UK. Our mission is to make it easy for everyone to enjoy chef-quality ingredients, served by a friendly team that cares. More than 35 years later, that same passion for food runs deep throughout our business. We welcome a positive attitude over ability, and our team is highly motivated in everything they do. Get ready to step on a rocket when you join the JJ Family.
JJ Foodservice is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive culture and encouraging a diversity of people. No matter who you are, what you look like, or where you are from, you can find your place at JJ Foodservice.
JJ Foodservice was announced National Wholesaler of the Year at the Grocer Gold Awards 2024.
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