Our clients want hungry people who are ready to step into a high-profile buying function at the heart of a fast-paced, high-growth business. 

If you’re straining at the leash to build a serious career in one of the most exciting and fast-paced sectors around, this could be exactly what you’ve been looking for.

This is a genuine opportunity to accelerate your career with people who recognise attitude, character and hunger to succeed.

This role will report directly to the Head of Sales and is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career within the FMCG, fresh produce, or chilled food industry.

You’ll work in a commercially driven environment where decisions are fast, responsibility comes early, and performance gets recognised properly.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of UK/IRE & EU sales activities to help drive sales growth and profitability
• Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and customers across the UK and Europe
• Assist with pricing, quotations, and trading activities to support commercial objectives
• Communicate regularly with customers and attend meetings where required
• Manage daily trading administration, including sending product availabilities to key customers
• Develop an understanding of market conditions through regular communication with suppliers and customers
• Help monitor customer stock levels and support the management of overstocks or supply issues
• Assist in resolving customer queries and quality-related issues in a timely and professional manner
• Ensure company procedures and processes are followed at all times
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
• Attend internal and external meetings in person or via Teams
• Support with payment queries and customer account administration
• Ensure all sales orders are entered onto the internal system accurately and in a timely manner

Key Competencies

• Some experience within FMCG, fresh produce, foodservice, or a commercial sales environment is desirable
• A strong interest in sales, trading, procurement, or account management
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Organised, proactive, and eager to learn
• A hardworking and positive attitude with the ability to work well within a team
• Confident communicator with good negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Good attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Competent in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel and Outlook
• Able to adapt to changing business needs and processes

Package

• Base Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum DOE ( This is negotiable + DOE)
• Car Allowance
• Bonus Scheme
• Opportunity for career development within a growing commercial team