Trading Manager – Fresh Produce

Description

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, and offer an experienced Trading Manager the opportunity to work with a successful supplier of Fresh Produce in the South East.

Job type: Commercial / Trading/ Procurement Manager

Duration: Full Time

Location: Kent

Sector: Fresh Produce

Salary: to attract the best

The position of Trading Manager will work closely with a key retail account and take responsibility for a specific product category; interfacing with UK and overseas Growers to ensure;

Timely orders and packaging of product

Liaising with customer Buyers to ensure forecasts & orders are accurate

Keep up to date with promotional & demand planning

Provide information / reports on product performance, sales and market share on a regular basis.

This Trading Manager role will manage the weekly programs and ensure product availability, with promotions and offers taken into consideration. With a key focus on account performance & growth, the successful individual will be confident with the ability to build and develop retail accounts, with a well–managed small team to assist the successful individual.

Requirements;

Experienced Senior Trading individual from the Fresh Produce sector is a highly essential requirement.

Proven success in a similar role previously

Detailed knowledge of the Fresh Produce industry

Thorough understanding of Supply Chain and overseas Growers

Encouraging Management style

High level of communication, negotiation and leadership skills

Ad ID: 5416975361