Area Sales Manager

Brakes

17d•$34,000•Remote

About The Position

Here at Brakes, we’ve got ambitious growth plans so if you’re currently working in Field Sales or have the talent to match your ambition to thrive in the biggest and best Food Service sales force and are passionate to forge a career in sales, we have a fantastic opportunity for an Area Sales Manager to join our Independent Sales Team. We’re not just looking for a good fit, we want people who help to make us even better. We’re passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. We don’t want you to ‘fit’ our culture, we want you to define it. Bring your whole self to work. #BelongAtBrakes. Our Purpose - Connecting the world to share food, and care for one another. With our commitment to ethical & responsible sourcing and sustainability coupled with our award-winning products you will have the might of the Brakes business behind you. At Brakes everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Brakes and we recognise that Brakes can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you. Brakes Built on a passion for food and feeding the nation, we are the UK’s largest foodservice supplier. Every day Brakes deliver the highest quality fresh and frozen food and ingredients from our nationwide network of distribution centres to some of the nation’s most famous pubs and restaurants, as well as schools, caterers, care homes and hospitals. Our customers depend on us, and our 8,000-strong workforce is dedicated and proud to be part of this vital provision. And we’re growing!

Requirements

Tenacious and resilient
Self-starter with the drive and determination to succeed
Demonstrable experience of delivering against targets
Self-motivated to enhance your own development
Experience of salesforce while not essential, would be advantageous

Responsibilities

Role model our Company Values / Purpose
Build and leverage strong customer relationships through a natural curiosity in the independent sector.
Grow and retain customers delivering profitable volume growth Vs targets
Effectively partner your customers to understand their plans for growth, adding value, offering a wide range of practical solutions and products
Understand competitor activity & proposals, ensuring you are always offering your customers the best local solutions
Work pro-actively with the Business Development Manager to understand new customer requirements and ensure a successful handover
Act as a brand ambassador for Brakes in your local market.
Providing the best solutions to support and enhance their business.
Enhance your own development, seeking continuous improvement by leveraging & learning from a diverse range of skills & experience and a range of L&D programmes.
Progress into a vast range of commercial roles to really develop your career.
Be confident with the adoption of our modernisation programme and the new technology we are adopting to improve the customer experience and optimise performance