Bringing excitement and inspiration to the menu since 2002.
We are the UK's leading supplier of added-value plant-based ingredients. Immersed in the latest food trends, we transform vegetables into irresistible, exciting, and inspired ingredients.
Through innovation and outstanding service, we collaborate with world-leading food service brands, chilled food manufacturers, and recipe box operators to help put vegetables where they belong - at the heart of the menu.
From our innovation chefs and new product development team to our operations experts, it’s our incredible people who have shaped us into innovative tastemakers. Their hard work and genuine passion for food allow us to create high-quality, bespoke food that transform our customers’ menus.
We’re looking for a Commercial Manager to join our team.
As the UK’s leading supplier of added-value plant-based ingredients, we’ve inspired our customers menus since 2002. Now, we’re looking for a passionate and driven Commercial Manager to help us build lasting relationships, deliver exceptional results, and contribute to our exciting growth journey.
Why Join Freshcut Foods?
* Be part of an ingredients company that’s shaping food trends and driving innovation
* Collaborate with world-leading food service brands, manufacturers, and recipe box providers
* Work in a forward-thinking environment that champions growth and development
The Role:
As a Commercial Manager, you’ll be instrumental in driving Freshcut Foods’ growth and success. This includes building strong customer relationships, managing profitability, and ensuring our products and services meet the highest standards. Key responsibilities include:
Driving growth with existing customers
·Identify and develop opportunities for business growth with existing customers
·Support Freshcut Foods’ Innovation and Product Development agenda with impactful customer presentations
·Secure new business opportunities aligned with strategic targets
·Contribute to the annual sales budget with clear targets for growth
·Collaborate with the Commercial Team to plan the annual strategy and commercial budget
Maintaining Profitability
·Oversee the pricing model structure and ensure quotes are robust, competitive and align with our strategy before customer communication
·Work with customers to develop ‘win-win’ solutions (e.g. ensure all product margins are launched within the desired margins)
·Lead the preparation and submission of tenders, securing necessary approvals before customer communication
·Maintain consistent margins with customers through accurate costing and seamless product integration
Account Management
·Build and maintain effective communication with customers on commercial matters and day-to-day supply requirements
·Understand and address each customer’s unique requirements and supply chain needs
·Promptly communicate volume forecasts and updates to internal teams, ensuring alignment on product launches and delists
·Collaborate with the NPD team to guarantee the first-class service our customers expect
·Work closely with NPD, Process, and Technical teams to manage customer specifications and the development process, ensuring compliance with BRC standards
·Chair feasibility meetings for new product opportunities or relevant projects
General
* Play an active role in cross-functional collaboration and role-specific projects
* Host & coordinate relevant meetings to ensure smooth operations
* Champion our brand, delivering exceptional customer experiences aligned with our values
What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for someone who is passionate about food and driven to make a difference. If you’re excited by innovation, have a knack for building relationships, and are ready to roll up your sleeves to drive growth, we’d love to hear from you.