Business Development Manager FM

Croydon - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The company

Founded in 2000 in London Répertoire Culinaire is a French distribution company part of a family-controlled group producing premium charcuterie foie gras and delicacies since 1866. Répertoire Culinaire (RCL) specializes in importing and distributing high-quality food products worldwide. We operate a group of 15 companies in 13 countries across 4 continents including the United Kingdom Italy France Germany UAE Hong Kong Macau Vietnam Thailand Cambodia Malaysia Singapore and Australia. Our customer base includes restaurants hotels retail chains delicatessen stores food halls and premium caterers.

Post description

Identify develop and maintain strong relationships with high-end customers in the premium foodservice sector including 5-star hotels fine-dining restaurants and gourmet establishments.
Actively prospect new business opportunitiesthroughcold calling networking andcustomer visitsto expand the client base and drive sales growth in the premium foodservice sector.
Drive new business opportunities while maintaining and expanding existing accounts.
Promote the companys portfolio of premium food products with expertise and enthusiasm.
Stay updated on market trends competitor activities and industry developments to ensure a competitive edge.
Work closely with internal teams to ensure seamless customer service and satisfaction.
Prepare and present weekly meeting based on sales reports forecasts and performance analyses to the General Manager.
Actively participate in identifying product ranges to further expand existing portfolio and create a custom offer.

Profile required

Experienced in conducting high volumes of field prospecting including face-to-face meetings and direct interactions to drive new business and expand the customer base.
Established network in the premium foodservice industry is an advantage.
Proven experience in business development and sales - 2 to 5 years
Passionate about food and knowledgeable about culinary trends is a strong plus
Excellent communication negotiation and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work independently take initiative and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
You are a person of conviction known for your strong interpersonal skills curiosity open-mindedness and high level of commitment.
Confident in phone and face-to-face prospecting with the ability to persuade and maintain persistent follow-up.
You are eager to grow in a dynamic environment working with high-level professionals such as hotel managers purchasing managers chefs and restaurant managers.
Able to spot business opportunities and take initiative to act on them.

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Required Experience:

Manager

The company Founded in 2000 in London Répertoire Culinaire is a French distribution company part of a family-controlled group producing premium charcuterie foie gras and delicacies since 1866. Répertoire Culinaire (RCL) specializes in importing and distributing hig...