Job Description

Ready Eats Ltd is an established catering company with an exciting and growing artisan meat pies, cakes and specialist ready meals business. We supply high-quality products to independent shops, pubs, restaurants and through our online platform. With a great product range and strong reputation for quality, we're now looking to significantly expand our reach into supermarkets, farm shops and new wholesale markets.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious sales professional to join us at an exciting growth phase. You'll be instrumental in building our sales function from the ground up, creating systems and processes while driving substantial growth across our product portfolio. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact and help shape the future of a growing food business, this could be perfect for you.

This can be Part-Time or Full-Time position with a minimum of 25 hours per week.

What You'll Do

Business Development & Growth

Develop and execute sales strategies to secure new contracts with supermarkets, farm shops, independent retailers, and foodservice operators Build and manage a pipeline of wholesale opportunities across the region Identify emerging market opportunities and adapt our approach accordingly

Account Management

Manage and maintain relationships with existing wholesale customers through regular communication and strategic visits where beneficial Review customer relationships to identify opportunities for growth and ensure satisfaction Handle customer queries, orders, and any service issues

Sales Operations

Create and implement sales processes, systems and reporting Monitor sales performance against targets and provide regular updates to management Maintain accurate customer records and sales forecasting Represent the company at trade shows, food fairs, and networking events

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience

Proven track record in B2B sales, ideally within FMCG, food wholesale, or retail Experience building relationships with buyers in retail, foodservice or wholesale environments Comfortable with new business development and account management Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally

Skills & Attributes

Strong negotiation and communication skills Self-motivated and comfortable working independently Organised approach with ability to manage multiple accounts and opportunities Results-driven with a commercial mindset Adaptable and enthusiastic about working in a growing business Comfortable with hands-on approach in a casual, collaborative environment

What We Offer

28,000-32,000 per annum pro rata depending on experience Car mileage for travel Opportunity to build and shape the sales function of a growing business Casual, supportive company culture Regional travel with flexibility in your approach Direct reporting line to senior management Real opportunity for career growth as the business expands

Ready to help us spread the word about our fantastic products and drive our next phase of growth?

Send us your CV to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00-32,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 25 - 40 per week

Experience:

B2B sales: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person