Account Manager

Holdsworth Ltd; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned food distribution company is seeking a dynamic Account Manager to join their team in Grimsby. The ideal candidate will have a track record in foodservice sales, excellent communication skills, and the ability to exceed sales goals. This role focuses on opening new accounts and maintaining strong relationships with existing clients to support the company's growth and market presence.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Healthcare cash plan

Death-in-service benefit

Company pension

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Minimum of two years in the Foodservice sales or Food Catering field.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Open new accounts and ensure volume sales.
• Develop new business and strengthen existing accounts.
• Maintain customer records and monitor market activities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Sales Experience

Presentation Skills

Tools

Computer Literacy

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Holdsworth Foods is a leading food distribution business with a strong reputation for exceptional service and high-quality products. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an additional dynamic, results-driven, and service-led Account Manager to strengthen our team.

The Role

In this role, you will open new accounts and build the account base to ensure volume sales across the range of the Company's products to existing customers, thus achieving sales targets and Company profit margins. This role will cover the Humberside area and will involve regular travel throughout the area with occasional trips to depots to attend sales team meetings.

• Develop new business and strengthen existing accounts through new products, menu marketing, and promotional activity.
• Deliver efficient, economical territory coverage to meet sales and profit targets.
• Confidently represent the full product range, pricing structures, and discounts.
• Plan daily activities to maximise customer visits and profitable route planning.
• Maintain accurate customer records, including sales history and relevant details.
• Stay informed on account credit status and liaise with Accounts as necessary.
• Monitor competitor activity and report market intelligence.
• Maintain strong communication with the Tele Sales team – teamwork is key.
• Handle ad-hoc tasks including attending exhibitions, investigating customer complaints, and supporting special projects.

Personal Specification:

• Demonstrated success in consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets, with a proven track record of high performance in a sales-driven environment.
• Two years Foodservice sales or Food Catering background.
• Good Communication and Presentation Skills.
• Computer Literate and Proficient.
• The ability to multi-task effectively, prioritise workloads and work to deadlines.
• Interest in food/food trends.

What’s in it for you:

• Performance-based bonus – get rewarded for your success
• Healthcare cash plan & employee assistance program for your well-being
• Death-in-service benefit for added peace of mind
• Company pension to support your future

A bit more about us

Holdsworth Foods is a family-owned wholesale supplier that specializes in frozen, chilled, and ambient goods for the catering industry. With over 50 years’ experience we are a preferred partner for various caterers, including local authorities, hospitals, independent schools, pub groups, restaurants, and cafes. Our primary operations involve warehousing and distribution from our ten sites across the UK, which feature two catering butchery facilities. Our commitment to exceptional service has helped us build a strong reputation, and we take pride in going above and beyond for our customers.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales, Administrative, and Customer Service

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services and Wholesale Food and Beverage

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