Leading Fresh Produce Business now recruiting LOCATION: Southampton REPORTS TO: Branch Manager / Department Manager SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE- WHOLESALE £40K- £50K + £4K Car Allowance ROLE Purpose To undertake day to day procurement and sales of fresh produce within an existing client base and further develop profitable business. The successful candidate must have experience of a sales role within the fresh produce industry, and a proven track record of improving and developing the sales pipeline. Key Responsibilities: To establish, maintain and develop relationships with existing and new suppliers To identify and develop new sales opportunities To maximize sales and profit margins Regular involvement in stock controls To work closely with the Department Manager to develop opportunities within the region Ensure the best customer service is always delivered To assist to pick / assemble specific customers orders when applicable (average weight of a package 10 kilos) Liaison with sales, procurement, and operations employees at the warehouse depot Liaison with group HandS and technical teams Co-ordination with Dept Managers /Branch Manager Close working relationships are to be developed with existing and new customers Close working relationships are to be developed with key suppliers CANDIDATE Successful track record within a fast-moving wholesale or retail environment with fresh produce experience Commercial industry knowledge Customer focussed Profit orientated, cost