Account Manager Needed at Compleat Food Group – Visa Sponsorship Available

Step into an exciting role that goes beyond traditional sales. The Compleat Food Group is on the hunt for a food enthusiast with a seasoned understanding of the foodservice, hospitality, or wholesale sectors. Your experience, whether as a front-of-house staff, food buyer, or a chef, will be invaluable to us.

Position: Account Manager
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Manchester, United Kingdom
Pay Package: £30,000–£35,000 plus Commission and Company car or car allowance
Application Deadline: 19 November 2025

Your Role:
* Handle and expand an existing customer portfolio within the Manchester region
* Identify and engage potential new customers to expand market footprint
* Establish enduring, trust-based partnerships with customers
* Coordinate customer orders efficiently with our internal production, warehouse, and distribution teams
* Serve as the primary contact for customer inquiries, issues, or opportunities
* Update customer records and activity logs in our CRM/operating systems
* Collaborate closely with the purchasing and production departments to synchronize supply with customer demand
* Facilitate new product introductions and seasonal launches relevant to your customers
* Meet agreed sales and margin targets
* Provide value by offering product training, demos, or menu support where necessary
* Uphold compliance with food safety, hygiene, and quality regulations

Candidate Requirements:
Experience:
* In-depth food industry knowledge is mandatory
* Prior experience in foodservice, hospitality, FMCG, or food wholesale preferred
* Experience managing customer relationships or a keen interest in transitioning into sales
* Comfortable collaborating with internal teams (e.g. supply chain, customer service)
* Knowledge of food safety or compliance is an advantage

Skills & Attributes:
* A fervent passion for food and eagerness to share it with others
* Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills
* Business-minded with a firm grasp on pricing, value, and margins
* Organized, meticulous, and proactive
* Capable of managing multiple accounts and adapting to customer needs
* Proficient in using CRM or order management tools
* Approachable, humble, and customer-centric

We Offer:
* A salary in the range of £30,000–£35,000 (based on experience)
* A commission scheme
* A company car or car allowance
* Hybrid working model – flexible between field, home, and occasional office days
* Autonomy and control of your territory
* A warm and supportive team, many of whom hail from hospitality or culinary backgrounds
* Genuine career advancement opportunities within a growing, people-centric food group

Application Process:

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