Sales Executive

Job Overview

We are seeking a results-driven Fruit and Vegetable Sales Specialist to manage and grow our commercial client portfolio. In this role, you will act as the strategic link between our agricultural supply chain and business clients, procurement managers, and grocery buyers. Your primary goal is to secure high-volume contract sales, manage daily order, stock , and consistently achieve revenue targets.

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Working Pattern: Sunday – Friday (Saturdays Off)

Shift Hours: Sunday11.30pm – Monday 9.30am

Key Responsibilities

• Account Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for established commercial clients, managing daily orders, pricing negotiations, stock control and fulfilment issues.
• Business Development: Identify and pitch to new commercial prospects, including local restaurant groups, hotels, schools, and independent grocers.
• Market & Pricing Analysis: Monitor daily market fluctuations and seasonal availability to provide accurate bulk pricing models to clients.
• Quality Assurance Liaison: Collaborate with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure bulk orders meet the specific grading, ripening, and packaging standards requested by clients.
• CRM Reporting: Maintain clean records of client interactions, contract renewals, sales pipelines, and volume forecasts using CRM software.
• Sales Targets (for B2B/Wholesale roles): Proactively engage with clients (such as local restaurants or catering services) and use CRM tools to track accounts and drive revenue.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Previous retail, grocery, or market experience working with fresh produce is preferred.
• Product Knowledge:
• Deep understanding of commercial produce grading, seasonal market trends, cold-chain logistics, and shelf-life metrics.
• Communication Skills: Strong commercial acumen with the ability to negotiate bulk contracts, volume discounts, and credit terms.
• Driving Licence: A valid driver's licence is required for frequent travel to client locations and culinary site visits.

Pay: £40,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person