Job Description

Location: UK-based

Reports to: CEO

OTE: 40,000

About Us

TruffleHunter are a fast-growing, profitable UK based fine food manufacturer with a decade-long track record of consistent year-on-year growth.

We are the leading supplier of Truffle products in the UK food service sector, looking to grow our market share even further with the addition of an experienced and ambitious food service sales professional.

At the heart of our business lies a clear set of values that shape everything we do. We are:

Quality-driven, responding swiftly to opportunities and challenges with integrity and precision. Collaborative, building Trust through openness and shared purpose with colleagues, customers, and partners. Innovative, bringing creative energy to our product development and customer solutions. Committed, celebrating our collective achievements and striving for excellence in all we do.
You will be joining a passionate and agile team, united by a love of good food and a dedication to exceptional service.

The Role

We are looking for a motivated and commercially minded

Key Account Manager

to support and grow our UK Food Service business. This is a key development role. Working closely with the sales team, reporting directly to the CEO.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 1-3 years of experience in food sales or account management, looking to take the next step in their career within a growing and values-led company.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and grow a portfolio of key UK food service accounts, with responsibility for day-to-day relationship management. Develop a deep understanding of customer needs, ensuring exceptional service and tailored support. Build strong, long-term relationships with key customers to secure retention and drive growth. Develop a deep understanding of customer needs, ensuring exceptional service and tailored support. Planning and delivering customer promotions, presentations, and new product introductions. Coordinate with internal teams (production, marketing, logistics) to ensure smooth order fulfilment and high customer satisfaction. Analyse sales data and customer feedback to identify opportunities for account growth. Act as a brand ambassador at industry events, trade shows, and networking engagements to enhance market presence and unlock new business.

What We're Looking For:

1-3 years' experience in food sales, account management, or customer-facing roles (experience in gourmet or food service sectors preferred). Passion for great food and a strong customer-first mindset. Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Highly organised with good attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Comfortable with sales admin tools, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint). Eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a high-performing team.

Why Join Us?

A chance to work in a growing, entrepreneurial business with premium products and a strong brand. A collaborative, supportive environment with a clear company purpose and strong values. Genuine opportunities for career development and progression. Involvement in exciting projects across product development, customer engagement, and business growth.

Remuneration Package;

OTE 40K

Company Car

25 days holiday plus ability to earn further days with service

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Fun social events

Opportunities for further career development

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

South Cerney: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Account management: 1-3 years (required) Food Service: 1-3 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 35,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person