Sales and Trading Lead
Our client are looking for a experienced Sales and Trading Lead to join their commercial team based in West Midlands, UK.
This role will report directly into the Head of Sales.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver an effective UK/IRE & EU sales strategy that drives sales and maximises company profit
* Develop relationships with import supply base in UK & Europe
* Negotiate pricing with customers and suppliers to achieve the best result for the company, taking into consideration all factors when setting price levels.
* Regular customer communication and attend meetings as required.
* Mange trading offers end to end, sending daily availabilities to key retail customers.
* Build an understanding of market conditions by daily communication with suppliers and customers, capitalise on market opportunities wherever possible.
* Understand customers stock levels to minimise any overstocks and manage any issues accordingly with them.
* Manage and minimise any customer claims due to quality issues on arrival.
* Ensure adherence to company procedures
* Liaise with the company departments on a regular basis as required
* Attend in person or via Teams or similar any internal or external meetings
* Resolve or highlight any payment issues with customers within the company procedure
* Ensure all sales orders are entered onto prophet in a timely manner
Key Competencies
* Strong experience within the FMCG chilled import industry, ideally in produce
* Experience in a Sales or Commercial Role within the UK FMCG or Fresh Produce Industry.
* You would have an excellent track record in Sales and Procurement.
* Experience working with leading customers in retail or foodservice.
* Hardworking and honest outlook
* Contribute and work effectively within a team
* Confident and professional negotiator
* Able to adhere to the values and mission of the company
* Effective communication skills
* Ability to manage change and comply with internal and external business processes
* Competence in Microsoft Office products
The offer is made up of the following:
Base Salary: £40 - £50k per annum DOE. + Car Allowance ( £6,000 PA). + Bonus
Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm
25 days holiday per holiday year which runs October to September
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