Are you a seasoned Senior Sales Leader in Contract Catering or Foodservice looking to make a significant impact? Join a successful family-owned catering business as the Head of Sales and play a pivotal role in shaping the B2B sales strategy for future growth. Coaching a team of BDM's and revitalising the sales culture with best practice and commercial creativity.
Client Details
Our client is a leading provider in the Contract Catering sector within the Oxfordshire area. They have a 5* full service offering to a wide range of B2B clients, now looking to further penetrate the market.
Description
* Develop and implement an effective sales strategy for the department
* Lead, coach and mentor the sales team to exceed targets
* Build strong relationships with key clients
* Oversee and land new contracts through bid management
* Track and report on sales performance metrics
* Collaborate with other departments to ensure client satisfaction
* Identify opportunities for growth within the sector
* Head up sales, reporting into the Board
Profile
A successful 'Head of Sales - Contract Catering' should have:
* A strong background in sales within the Business Services sector, preferably a link to Food or Contract Catering services
* Leadership experience; sales training, development planning, best practice, encouraging a successful culture
* Passion for scaling up a team and making sales pivotal in business growth
* Defining and executing a channel / client strategic business plan
* Excellent relationship and negotiation skills with multi function touch points. Bid delivery
* Internal & external influence from top down
* Proficiency in using sales tracking and reporting
Job Offer
* A highly competitive salary + company car
* Family owned business / culture where quality of service & passion for delivery is forefront