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Account Executive | Fresh Produce | Peterborough

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Account Executive | Fresh Produce | Peterborough

  • Location:

    Peterborough

  • Sector:

    Fresh Produce

  • Salary:

    £20000 - £25000 per annum

  • Contact:

    Tor Newcomb

  • Job ref:

    TN14259

  • Published:

    over 2 years ago

  • Startdate:

    ASAP

Account Executive | Fresh Produce | Peterborough
Salary ~£25-30k+ Bonus Package
Are you a commercial graduate with 1-2 years experience in supply the major UK retailers or B2B for fresh produce? If so, this could be the role for you

About Our Client
Our client is a leading supplier of Potatoes. They are a major supplier to Tesco as well as other major retailers. There is endless potential within the business to progress your career within the fresh produce sector. The team all pull together to get the job done and aren't afraid to roll up their sleeves.

About the Role
This role will support the Account Directors with the day-to-day running of the commercial and B2B accounts and ad hoc activities across other customers. You will utilise your experience with retailer systems and data to support the delivery of account growth. You will be comfortable speaking with key customers and have strong rapport building skills. Your interest in the food industry will help you offer insight into the market data and make commercial decisions to better serve the customers and consumers.

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for this role will have a relevant degree and will have 1-2 years of experience in supplying retailers with a similar food category. You will be highly organised and possess a pro-active and curious mind. Your Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills will be on point to analyse data and present your findings to internal and external stakeholders. You will have a can-do attitude and will want to progress your career.

Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, as a minimum, you will need to possess relevant experience in supplying the major UK retailers and have knowledge of the different systems they use. Excel skills are a must too. You will also need to demonstrate your ability to get stuck into projects and be a team player.

Application Process
The successful applicant will move through a two-stage interview process.

How to Apply
If this sounds like you, please apply now. To discuss the role in more detail before submitting an application, please contact Tor on 01780 480 530 or tor@morepeople.co.uk