Deli Van Business Manager
Hybrid – Field, Office & Home-Based
£40,000 per annum + OTE £60,000
Full time, permanent
Our client, a well-established and growing East Midlands business is seeking a Deli Van Business Manager to take full ownership of their successful deli van operation.
This is a varied and rewarding role combining sales growth, people leadership and operational management. You’ll lead a team of deli van drivers who deliver high-quality, fresh food to workplaces across the region while driving new business, optimising routes and maximising profitability.
You’ll be hands-on splitting your time between travelling with drivers, visiting clients, analysing sales data and implementing strategies to increase revenue and customer reach.
Key responsibilities:
Drive sales growth by identifying new opportunities and expanding the customer base
Increase gross profit through strategic pricing, cost control and improved efficiencies
Analyse sales data, producing regular reports with insights and recommendations
Lead, motivate and manage a team of deli van drivers, including recruitment, training and performance management
Optimise and expand delivery routes based on performance and potential new stops
Ensure all vans meet brand presentation and merchandising standards
Gather and act on customer feedback to enhance products and services
Skills & experience required:
Proven experience in sales, business development or commercial management
Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams in a fast-paced environment
Excellent commercial awareness and a target-driven approach
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and act on sales data
Confident communicator and negotiator with strong relationship-building skills
Flexible and adaptable, comfortable working across the field, office and home
Desirable:
Experience within the food, catering or logistics sector
Knowledge of route planning and territory management
Understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded leader who is ready to make a tangible impact in a business where quality, service and growth are at the heart of everything they do