Classic Fine Foods UK | Account Manager / Business Development Manager | Devon & Cornwall

Are you a sales professional with a passion for the food industry? Do you have a proven track record of driving profitable growth and building long-lasting relationships within the foodservice and hospitality sector? If so, we want you to join our team at Classic Fine Foods UK.

As a leading purveyor and distributor of fine foods from around the world, we are dedicated to sourcing the highest-quality products and delivering them to some of the finest restaurants, hotels, food manufacturers, and retailers across the UK. Following continued business growth, we are now seeking a highly motivated and commercially driven Account Manager / Business Development Manager to support and grow our customer base across Devon & Cornwall.

Role

As an Account Manager within Classic Fine Foods, you will be responsible for driving profitable growth across our customer base within the counties mentioned above. This includes managing relationships with existing high-end hospitality customers such as Michelin Star restaurants and 4- and 5-star hotels, as well as food processors including bakeries and gelato manufacturers.

You will also identify and pursue new business opportunities in line with the company’s overall strategy. Working closely with the wider Sales and Technical teams, you will ensure our customers receive the highest level of service, product knowledge, and ongoing support.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will have a strong background in sales and account management, with a proven track record of success within the foodservice and/or hospitality sectors. You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain long-term customer relationships, alongside a genuine passion for premium food products.

You will be highly organised and commercially minded, proud of delivering first-class service, and motivated by exceeding customer expectations, achieving sales targets, and actively growing new business opportunities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive basic salary
• £8,000 bonus (paid quarterly)
• Company car
• Pension scheme
• 33 days holiday plus an extra day off on your birthday

Contact

If you are ready to take your sales career to the next level and join a highly successful and growing business within the fine foods industry, we would love to hear from you.

If you have the experience outlined above, please apply below or contact our retained consultant, Aidan at FMCG Selection, via aidan@fmcgselection.co.uk.

Please note that all applications will be forwarded to FMCG Selection.