Account Manager - Bidfood Foodservice

Christchurch
Permanent
Full-time

9 days ago

Full Time
Application Closes 26 Sep 2025
Canterbury - Christchurch City
Account Managers

⭐ Superstar Account Manager - Foodservice Industry📍 Islington, Christchurch | 🚗 Company Car | 💼 Full-Time PermanentJoin one of NZ's leading foodservice suppliers and take your sales career to the next level!About UsBidfood Foodservice Christchurch is a well-established, fast-paced food distribution company servicing the hospitality and foodservice sectors across NZ. We work with a wide range of clients, including:🍽️ Restaurants | 🏨 Hotels | 🏥 Hospitals | 🧁 Bakeries | 🎓 Schools & more!As an essential service, we've built a strong reputation for reliability, great service, and being a partner our customers can count on.The OpportunityWe're looking for a driven and experienced Account Manager to join our Christchurch-based sales team. You'll manage an existing portfolio of awesome clients - and grow it - through outstanding service, product knowledge, and smart sales strategies.You'll be the go-to expert for menu inspiration, product solutions, and proactive support - all while having fun and smashing your sales targets.Key Responsibilities✅ Manage and grow a portfolio of existing customers
✅ Build strong relationships within the foodservice and hospitality sectors
✅ Identify and pursue new business opportunities
✅ Stay on top of industry trends and market changes
✅ Attend trade shows, events, and face-to-face client meetings
✅ Achieve sales targets while delivering excellent customer serviceWhat You'll Bring✔️ Proven sales experience (foodservice or hospitality preferred)
✔️ Excellent communication skills - written and verbal
✔️ A self-starter attitude with strong organisational skills
✔️ Passion for food and the hospitality industry
✔️ Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team
✔️ Full NZ work rights + able to pass pre-employment checks (drug test, MOJ)What We Offer💰 Competitive salary package + company vehicle + business tools
🛒 Staff account after 1 month (buy groceries, meat & veg at cost + GST!)
🩺 Discounted medical insurance with Southern Cross
📈 Real growth and development opportunities
🛡️ Job security - we're an essential service and proud of it!
👨‍🍳 A fun, energetic team who love food and delivering top serviceReady to Join Us?If you're passionate about food, love building relationships, and thrive in a fast-moving sales environment - we'd love to hear from you!📩 Apply now with your CV and cover letter.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.“We'll be reviewing and interviewing as applications come in, so don't wait to apply - we may fill the role before the advert closes.”

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