Key Account Manager (South of England)

 The Full Range – Company Background

The Full Range provides culinary and purchasing consultancy services to independent foodservice operators throughout the UK. Established in 2008 by George McIvor, Chairman of the Master Chefs of Great Britain, it aims to offer ideas and solutions to help the food service operator achieve greater purchasing efficiency and ultimately greater profit.

Working closely with its chosen national and regional suppliers across a broad range of product categories, including food & beverage, catering equipment and non-food, it has developed rapidly and built a loyal customer base, particularly amongst hotels, restaurants, private members clubs, golf clubs, garden centres and care homes. Now owned by Buyers Edge Platform, one of the world’s leading group purchasing organisations.


Job Description

Title:                                         Key Account Manager

Reports to:                                Regional Sales Manager (England & Wales)

Geographical Area:                    South England

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain and develop the existing client base

  • Find and develop new client relationships

  • Plan and manage personal business portfolio according to an agreed development strategy

  • Communicate, liaise and negotiate internally and externally using appropriate methods to facilitate the development of profitable and sustainable business relationships

  • Attend meetings as required to perform duties and aid business development

  • Respond to and follow up sales enquiries using appropriate methods

Skills Required

  • Sales and account management

  • Track record of winning new business

  • Negotiation skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Client- and team-focussed

  • Results-oriented

  • Self-motivated

  • A high degree of computer literacy (excel mainly)

  • Ability to build strong relationships internally and externally

  • Professional, reliable, and diligent

  • Able to work with minimum supervision

Role details

·       Full time

·       Generous commission structure

·       Car allowance

·       Pension scheme

·       Phone and laptop provided

·       29 day holiday (inclusive