MEAT CATEGORY PROCUREMENT & COMMERCIAL MANAGER - Premium Food Distributor (Sheung Wan)

ABOUT THE COMPANY

• We are an European-owned food importer and distributor based in Hong Kong.

• We specialized in premium fresh, chilled and frozen foods from top producers around the world.

• We focus on the Food Services sector: hotels, restaurants, private clubs, caterers and other professional foodservice operators in Hong Kong.

• Our integrated operations cover importation, sourcing, procurement, inventory management, cold storage, warehousing, transportation, delivery, marketing, and customer service.

• As the business continues to expand, we are seeking a commercially driven professional to lead the growth and development of the Meat category.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR : 

• A commercially driven MEAT EXPERT and natural leader who can buy smart, sell well and lead a small team to succeed, taking full ownership of a high-potential category with a respected premium food distributor in Hong Kong.

ROLE MISSION

• Run the Meat category as a business on both the sell side and buy side: hit sales, margin and profit targets while securing reliable supply and competitive costs.

• Lead a small team and be the go-to Meat expert for customers, suppliers and colleagues, balancing strong selling with smart buying.

ROLE SUMMARY

• Own the Meat category on both buy side and sell side: drive sales, margin and profit, and keep supply stable and prices competitive.

• Grow business with key foodservice customers (sell side) and lead pricing, product and commercial strategy; while overseeing procurement, supplier management, forecasting and inventory (buy side) to support sales and service goals.

• Lead a small team and act as the main Meat expert for customers, suppliers and internal teams, reporting to the General Manager.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Lead and coach a small team to meet sales, margin and profit targets for Meat Category.

• Plan and execute growth for Meat with hotels, restaurants, private clubs, caterers and other foodservice customers.

• Build and keep strong relationships with key customers; lead meetings, tenders, quotes and contract talks.

• Work with the Sales team to find more sales from existing accounts and win new business.

• Watch market trends, competitor activity and customer demand to find new product and business ideas.

• Set and adjust selling prices to stay competitive and protect margins.

• Track supplier costs, market prices, exchange rates and other cost factors; suggest price changes when needed.

• Identify and launch new meat products that fit customer and market needs.

• Manage supplier relationships: sourcing, price talks, payment terms and commercial deals.

• Find alternative suppliers to improve supply security, product range and cost.

• Plan demand and procurement to meet sales targets and customer needs.

• Check supplier performance on quality, on-time delivery and service.

• Manage category budgets, forecasts, business plans and performance reviews.

• Act as the Meat expert: share market, product, supplier and commercial insights with internal teams.

• Report directly to the General Manager.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Strong experience in meat import, distribution, trading or category management.

• Clear track record of growing and managing commercial performance in Meat.

• Good knowledge of meat products, suppliers, sourcing markets and how the industry works.

• Hands-on experience in sales, key account management, pricing, procurement, forecasting and inventory control.

• Strong skills in supplier negotiation and commercial management.

• Strong skills in customer relationship management and business development.

• Good understanding of Hong Kong’s foodservice and hospitality markets.

• Existing customer network in Hong Kong’s foodservice sector is an advantage.

• Established network of meat suppliers and industry contacts is a plus.

TERMS & BENEFITS :

• 5-day work week

• 13-month salary + performance bonus

• 14 days annual leave

• Medical insurance

• Work-life balance & supportive work culture 

TO APPLY for this job or similar jobs :

Please email your CV with salary expected to [email protected]

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