• Check market availability: Review what fish is available from suppliers (e.g., local markets).
• Send out price lists: Distribute updated pricing to customers based on market conditions.
• Take customer orders: Answer calls and emails from buyers, often starting as early as 430am.
• Negotiate deals: Agree pricing and volumes with customers, balancing supply and demand.
• Costings and margin calculations: Work out the cost of fish including filleting, packing, transport, and apply margins.
• Update spreadsheets: Maintain detailed records of purchases, sales, and forecasts.
• Place purchase orders: Buy fish from suppliers based on confirmed customer orders and anticipated demand.
• Coordinate with operations: Ensure filleters and packers are aligned with incoming orders.
• Logistics planning: Organise transport for next-day delivery.
• Customer account management: Follow up with key accounts, confirm delivery schedules, resolve issues.
• Team coordination: Work with warehouse, processing, and admin teams to ensure smooth operations.

• Send out daily price lists and respond to customer orders.
• Negotiate pricing and manage customer expectations.
• Monitor market trends and adjust buying strategy accordingly.
• Maintain and update spreadsheets for costings and margins.
• Ensure accurate booking and purchasing records.
• Support operational efficiency and team cohesion.

• Proven experience in account management, or purchasing—ideally in food or FMCG.
• Strong numerical and spreadsheet skills (Excel proficiency essential).
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-moving environment.
• Comfortable with early starts (4:30–5am).
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• A team player with a proactive, can-do attitude.
• Experience with online ordering systems and booking processes.

• Competitive salary up to £60,000.
• Generous Christmas bonus scheme.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, growing business.
• Supportive team environment with room for development.

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