Field Account Executive – West Kent/South Surrey

Job Summary by the Career Balance Team:

Just Eat is seeking Field Account Executives to expand their network of restaurants and provide a world-class onboarding experience for new partners. The role involves sourcing new business opportunities, getting involved in local events, and ensuring restaurant partners have the best possible experience. The position is home-based and field-based in the Kent area. Applicants should have experience in a B2B sales role, a full UK driving license, strong presentation and communication skills, and a passion for food and restaurants. Just Eat is committed to creating an inclusive culture where all employees feel they truly belong.

Job Description:*Hungry for a challenge?*
That’s good, because at Just Eat (JET) we believe everything is possible, or, as we say, everything is on the table. We are a leading global online food delivery marketplace. Our tech ecosystem connects millions of active customers with hundreds of thousands of connected partners in countries across the globe.
Our mission? To empower every food moment around the world, whether it’s through customer service, coding or couriers.
*About this role:*
We have built our business on having the widest choice available on our platform, connecting millions of customers with over 205,000 restaurants across 25 countries – with over 100 different cuisines from local independents to globally famous restaurants, available to order via our app and website.
We provide the platform and tools to help independent restaurants move online and reach a significantly broader customer base – to generate increased orders and grow their businesses.
We have decided to implement a new business model to diversify and grow even more. To make this happen we need a team of enthusiastic, outgoing Field Account Executives to expand our network of restaurants to give our customers access to even more great eateries.
Working as a Field Account Executive is all about ensuring our Restaurant Partners enjoy the best possible experience when joining and working with Just Eat. This isn’t a typical new business sales role but you will be expected to provide a world-class on-boarding experience for our Restaurant Partners and there will also be the chance to work alongside your Regional Growth Manager to ensure Just Eat is thriving across the region.
_*The role is home-based and field-based in the area of Kent.*_
*These are some of the key ingredients to the role:*
* *Provide exceptional on-boarding of new Restaurant Partners. *You’ll be the face of Just Eat for all new Restaurant Partners in your region and the first person they’ll meet as they begin their partnership with us. First impressions count so we’re relying on you to give them the best possible experience and ensure they are set up to succeed on the Just Eat platform
* *Source new business opportunities. *You’re the eyes and ears of Just Eat, the first to spot new restaurants opening up in your area. You’ll be responsible for sourcing these leads and helping to get them signed up to become a Just Eat restaurant partner
* *Get involved with local events and activation support.* As a key member of the Field Sales team you’ll get involved in everything that’s going on across the region. From local events to restaurant-specific sponsorship you’ll have the opportunity to be part of the action and help spread the love between restaurant partners and local consumers
*What will you bring to the table?*
* Experience in a B2B sales role. Suitable for fresh graduates or those with 1-3 years of experience out of university.
* Full UK Manual Driving License
* A desire to take ownership of ambitious targets
* Strong presentation and communication skills
* A passion for learning and self-improvement
* Sharp attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively
* A keen interest in food and the world of restaurants
* An exceptional work ethic and the desire to make a difference
*At JET, this is on the menu:*
Our teams forge connections internally and work with some of the best-known brands on the planet, giving us truly international impact in a dynamic environment. Fun, fast-paced and supportive, the JET culture is about movement, growth and about celebrating every aspect of our JETers. Thanks to them we stay one step ahead of the competition.
*Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging*
No matter who you are, what you look like, who you love, or where you are from, you can find your place at Just Eat . We’re committed to creating an inclusive culture, encouraging diversity of people and thinking, in which all employees feel they truly belong and can bring their most colorful selves to work every day.
*What else is cooking?*
Want to know more about our JETers, culture or company? Have a look at our career site where you can find people stories, blogs, podcasts and more JET morsels.
*Are you ready to take your seat? Apply now!*
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted or free food
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Enhanced paternity leave
* Flexitime
* Gym membership
* Life insurance
* Paid volunteer time
* Private medical insurance
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
* Commission pay
Work Location: On the roadLocation: Surrey Heath