Overview

We are seeking experienced sales professionals from a wholesale background to work 100% remote for our client. If you love food and have previous experience within hospitality, catering or food distribution, this role is a lovely job. You will work very independently, visiting existing food clients (supermarket and shop owners) to introduce new flavours and ingredients to restaurant owners. You will also meet potential customers at food shows and exhibitions where you will demonstrate how to cook with those ingredients and allow customers to sample ingredients in real-time. You must have a sales background and food-related experience.

Job Details

• Title: REMOTE: Field Sales Executive - Exeter Area
• Target: Supermarket + Shop owner
• Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + commission (OTE is uncapped; bonus paid on performance against target)
• Workstyle: 100% Remote — 1 day per month in Nottingham office
• Company: An established Asian food business that imports food products from China; supplies ingredients to supermarkets and restaurant chains
• Growth: Recently expanded due to increased interest in home cooking; opportunity for growth in a sector focused on new flavours and international dishes
• Role focus: Introduce suppermarket clients to new flavours and products, negotiate price, supply and delivery times; build relationships across the UK; arrange visits; explain usage of ingredients; help businesses grow

Responsibilities

• Portfolio Management: Make appointments with Asian supermarket or shop owners to introduce yourself and new flavours, products and ingredients; work with supermarkets and individual shops to help with new menu options
• Inventory/Stock Management: Be aware of stock requirements of ingredients; manage new deliveries and orders
• New Business Development: Research new supermarket or shop openings across the UK; reach out to owners to introduce yourself and the company; send out price lists; explain delivery options and time-scales; attend food fairs and exhibitions to make new contacts; negotiate on quantities

Requirements

• Fluent Mandarin if preferred but not essential; English proficiency required
• Experience within food (restaurants, hotels, supermarkets or distributors) is a must
• Valid UK driving licence (car is provided)