Meat & Poultry Sales Specialist (London)

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Overview

This job summary pertains to the position of Meat & Poultry Sales Specialist at Brakes, which is currently available in London. This position is characterized as a full-time role and is designed for individuals who are passionate about the sales sector, particularly focused on the Meat & Poultry category.

Job Description

As a Meat & Poultry Sales Specialist, you will be part of the Fresh Specialist team. Your primary responsibility will be to drive volume, sales, and margin growth specifically within the Meat & Poultry category. This will involve collaboration with Area Sales Managers (ASMs), Business Development Managers (BDMs), and Sales Consultants.

The job is centered around identifying and maximizing sales opportunities within the region. This includes both new business development and ensuring existing clients are satisfied and retaining a significant share of wallet. You will work closely with team members to ensure all sales opportunities are leveraged, requiring a proactive approach to gather market intelligence, including competitor analysis and understanding customer needs.

Key Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Increasing sales volume and turnover within the Chilled & Frozen Meat & Poultry categories through collaboration with independent sales teams.
• Building excellent working relationships with customers, presenting and showcasing the range of meat and poultry products effectively.
• Promoting Brakes’ offerings in the chilled meat and poultry sector.
• Collaborating with ASMs and BDMs to create new business opportunities and executing strategies to retain and grow existing business share.
• Assisting telesales specialists in selling products that are at risk and reducing waste, along with addressing any product-related inquiries.
• Participating in team meetings to train and develop the sales team’s knowledge of Brakes' products to maximize customer opportunities.
• Completing weekly and monthly administrative tasks accurately to help align team success.
• Maintaining a robust pipeline of potential leads and ensuring that detailed insights into customer requirements and market conditions are captured using Salesforce.
• Keeping up-to-date with competitor activities and market trends to inform strategic decisions.
• Working closely with your line manager to manage personal and professional development effectively.

Required Skills

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following skills:

• A confident, people-oriented demeanor, able to build substantive relationships both internally and with clients.
• Proven product knowledge in the Meat & Poultry category, coupled with strong aptitude in performing market research and competitor analysis.
• A genuine passion for sales, showing enthusiasm and tenacity in pursuing and winning new business.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability not just to convey information but also to cook and demonstrate products effectively, like Brakes’ steak range.

Personal Qualities

In terms of personal traits, the company seeks candidates who are:

• Motivated by success and capable of working collaboratively within a team.
• Proactive in their approach to identifying opportunities for business growth.
• Able to maintain a focus on customer satisfaction while driving sales initiatives.

Work Environment

Although this position is remote, candidates need to be within a commuting distance from London to ensure effective collaboration with the team and interaction with clients. The role encourages a culture of teamwork while leveraging the flexibility of remote work alternatives.

Salary Information

As the job announcement did not specify a salary range, interested candidates will likely need to inquire directly with Brakes for detailed compensation information, as it may depend on experience and expertise.

Conclusion

The role of a Meat & Poultry Sales Specialist at Brakes presents an exciting opportunity for dynamic individuals who are eager to make a significant impact in the meat and poultry sales sector. If you have the requisite skills, an inclination towards sales, and enjoy working within a collaborative team environment, this position may be a great fit. Apply today if you believe you meet the qualifications and are ready to take on the challenges presented by this role!

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