This role is responsible for developing sales and expanding the distribution of our clients within the mainstream food service channel, with a primary focus on the UK market. The position aims to build strong, long-term partnerships with key wholesalers and food service operators to drive sustainable growth.
Must be fluent in Polish.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and collaborate closely with distributors to achieve annual sales targets.
Identify and develop new business opportunities across mainstream retail chains, independent retailers, and food service clients.
Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including trade partners and key accounts, to foster long-term partnerships.
Plan, execute, and evaluate trade promotional activities, using results to inform future strategies.
Regularly monitor and report pricing trends for our client and competitor products to support strategic planning.
Ensure adequate inventory levels with distributors and proactively plan to avoid any supply disruptions.
Provide timely and accurate reporting to management on market conditions, sales performance, and project progress.
Coordinate effectively with internal teams and external partners to implement projects and deliver business objectives.
Safeguard brand integrity by ensuring all activities align with our clients brand image and values.
II. JOB SPECIFICATION
Education & Experience:
University degree or equivalent; a degree in Business or Marketing is an advantage.
3-4 years of experience in sales within the FMCG industry, preferably with exposure to distributor management, trade marketing, and supply chain coordination.
Requirements & Skills:
Essential:
Legal right to work in the UK.
Fluency in both Polish and English (spoken and written).
Willingness to work flexible hours and travel as required.
Full driving licence.
Highly organised, self-motivated, and results-oriented.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for data analysis, reporting, and presentations.
Team player, ready to support colleagues across departments.
Passionate about Chinese cuisine and cooking.
Preferred:
Genuine passion for food and the food industry.
Familiarity with kitchen operations or culinary settings is a plus, helping to engage effectively with certain clients.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates