Welcome to FMK Consulting.
FMK Consulting are specialist recruiters for the Fresh Produce & Food, Agriculture and FMCG Industries across the whole supply chain.
“Empowering dreams, inspiring growth with trust, integrity and passion”
FMK has a successful track record of effective Recruitment and Consultancy.
Latest Jobs
- Account Management: Manage and grow strategic Retailer accounts, ensuring that the business meets all key customer metrics.
- Category Performance: Monitor and analyse category performance, implementing strategies to exceed targets.
- Business Development: Identify and capitalize on new business opportunities within your accounts to drive growth.
- Negotiation: Lead negotiations with key stakeholders, ensuring favourable terms and conditions for the company.
- Relationship Building: Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers within Retailer accounts, becoming a trusted partner.
- Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market analysis to stay ahead of industry trends and ensure the company remains competitive.
- Reporting: Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on account performance and key insights.
- Experience: Proven experience as a Key Account Manager, preferably within FMCG and/or Food brands, with a strong focus on UK Retailers.
- Skills:
- Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to secure the best outcomes for the company.
- Business Development: Demonstrated ability to identify and develop new business opportunities.
- Relationship Management: Excellent relationship-building skills, with a track record of managing and growing key accounts.
- Market Analysis: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret market data and trends to inform strategy.
- Presentation Skills: Excellent presentation skills; Powerpoint.
- Systems : Working knowledge of SAP , SAC, SaaS.
- Industry Experience: Experience working in a multinational company is highly desirable.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively.
- Education: A degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred but not essential.
- Excellent salary + Bonus + Car Allowance + Life cover + Co benefits ,
- Opportunities for career development and progression within a multinational environment.
- A dynamic and supportive work culture that values innovation and collaboration.
Job Features
About the company: As the world’s largest importer and grower of fresh tropical fruit, stands at the forefront of the global produce industry. The brand is globally recognized for its commitment to ...
- We are looking for somebody with a minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a Sales and / or Procurement capacity with a background of working with fresh produce, particularly fruit.
- You will have developed strong supplier and customer relationships that you can bring with you to this role, together with evidence of a financially successful trading record.
- You will be proficient in supply chain processes, with a good understanding of world geography and experience of managing logistical issues in terms of moving products globally.
- Ability to speak a second language, particularly Spanish, would be a distinct advantage in this role.
- You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, be accustomed to working to tight timescales and feel comfortable managing a number of different tasks simultaneously.
- You’ll be IT literate, especially with MS Word and Excel and ideally have experience of using an ERP system, although training will be provided.
- You must be a confident communicator, with a strong outgoing personality and the ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders, assisting with queries and resolving issues quickly and efficiently.
Job Features
We have a great new opportunity for a Fresh Produce Sales Manager to join a well known successful Fresh Produce company. They are looking for a Trading professional to join their Wholesale Team and wo...
- Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers in the fresh produce industry.
- Procurement Strategy: Develop and implement procurement strategies that ensure the timely and cost-effective supply of high-quality fresh produce.
- Market Analysis: Monitor market trends, prices, and new products to make informed purchasing decisions.
- Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure favourable terms and ensure quality standards.
- Inventory Management: Oversee stock levels to ensure a consistent supply of products while minimizing waste.
- Quality Control: Work closely with the quality assurance team to ensure all products meet company standards.
- Logistics Coordination: Coordinate with logistics providers to ensure timely and efficient delivery of products.
- Data Analysis: Utilize Prophet and Excel to analyse procurement data and generate reports for senior management.
- Travel: Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to visit suppliers and attend industry events.
- Experience: A few years of experience in a junior procurement role within the fresh produce industry.
- Language Skills: Fluent in Spanish and English.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Prophet and strong Excel skills.
- Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the fresh produce supply chain and market dynamics.
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
- Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of securing favourable terms.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Spanish and English.
- Travel: Willingness to travel as needed for the role.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Travel opportunities and exposure to the international fresh produce market.
Job Features
Procurement Manager (Fruit, Vegetable, Exotics and Salads) Location: Enviable office location in Kent Language Requirements: English + Spanish Industry Experience: Required Travel Requirements: Willin...
Roles

Sales
Including Account Management, Trading, Business Development & Marketing

Logistics
Including Transport Management, Operations, Supply Chain

Directors
Including All Director level positions

Administration
Including Sales support

Production and Warehouse

Finance
Including Managers and Directors

Technical
Including Manager, Technologist, Agronomists, Quality Assurance Managers, NPD

Farming
Including Farming Manager, Growers, Fruit Specialists

Vineyards
Including Management, Wine Buyers, Social Media Managers, BWS Commercial Teams
Industries Include
Fresh Produce & Food, Food Service, Farming, Horticulture, Agriculture, Viticulture, Hydroponics, Retail, Food Manufacturing, FMCG, Beer, Wine and Spirits, Vineyard Management, Agronomy