Sales Manager Foodservice

Join Musgrave:
Where Innovation Meets Heritage, and People Drive Change

At Musgrave, we’re more than just one of Europe’s most successful family-owned businesses – we’re a dynamic force in food and brand innovation with a 140-year legacy of supporting communities across Ireland and Spain. Every day, we proudly serve one in three people in Ireland through iconic brands like Super Valu, Centra, Frank and Honest, and Musgrave Market Place.

Our mission is to empower communities through sustainable business practices and to become Ireland’s most trusted and forward-thinking company. We`re driven by a passion for making a positive impact, and we’re looking for talented individuals to help us lead that change.

We believe our people are the heart of our business, which is why we focus on creating an environment where you can grow, thrive, and make a real difference. If you`re looking for a role where your leadership will directly shape the future of food services in Northern Ireland, then we want to hear from you!

As the Team Lead for our Food Services division, you will play a crucial role in expanding Musgrave’s footprint in Northern Ireland, driving sales, enhancing profitability, and managing a high-performing team. You will be the driving force behind exceeding sales and margin targets, developing new business, and growing existing relationships with customers. If you’re an experienced leader who thrives in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment, this is your opportunity to shine.

• Lead with Impact:
  Empower and inspire your team to exceed sales and margin targets, developing new business and growing existing accounts to maximize profitability.
• Develop the Musgrave Market Place brand: build strong working relations with industry trade bodies including the Northern Ireland Hotels Federation, Hospitality Ulster, LCN and City Councils, to support the Food Service industry in Northern Ireland and create business partnerships with key influencers.
• Shape the Future of Food Service:
  Identify and secure new customers while expanding the range and supply offerings to current clients, ensuring cost efficiencies and growth.
• Coach and Develop Talent:
  Provide guidance and mentorship to your team to help them reach their full potential and drive results.
• Maintain High Standards:
  Ensure all accounts adhere to Musgrave’s credit terms and manage territory costs efficiently while maximizing resources.
• Drive Excellence:
  Deliver superior customer service by fostering excellent communication and effective administrative practices.
• Collaborate for Success:
  Work closely with internal departments and lead cross-functional projects to deliver and execute the annual food service commercial plan.
• Strategic Leadership:
  Use your commercial acumen and strategic thinking to lead projects, manage budgets, and make key decisions that contribute to the long-term success of the business.

• Proven Experience:
  
  At least 2 years of experience in a sales management or commercial management role, with a proven track record of achieving outstanding results.
• Leadership
  
  Skills:
  
  Experience in leading, coaching, and developing high-performing teams to meet and exceed targets.
• Communication Excellence:
  Strong communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strategic Mindset: A strategic thinker who can innovate, solve problems, and deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Commercial Acumen: A keen understanding of business profitability, cost management, and the drive to improve performance.
• Energy & Drive: A proactive, results-driven mindset with a strong work ethic and a passion for achieving excellence.

• Team Leadership
  
  Experience:
  
  A background in leading, managing, and motivating teams to success.

At Musgrave, you’ll be part of a company that values its people, fosters innovation, and encourages you to grow both personally and professionally. We’re committed to sustainability, making a positive impact, and supporting the communities we serve. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference, we’d love to have you on our team.

Ready to make an impact?

Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from diverse candidates. If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know.

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