Sales Executive

Company Description

Avellino Gelato is committed to delivering pure and extraordinary delicacies made with utmost passion and quality. Our artisanal gelato is carefully crafted using the finest fresh milk and rich double cream, combined with premium ingredients directly sourced from Italy. We take pride in creating unforgettable flavors that reflect authenticity and excellence. At Avellino Gelato, every scoop represents the art of true gelato-making.

We are seeking a specialist Sales Executive with a proven track record in the frozen dessert or premium dairy sector to join our team in Leeds. This is not just a general sales role; we need an expert who understands the nuances of the gelato market—from melt rates and flavor profiles to the specific needs of high‑end hospitality and retail clients.

The Sales Executive will be responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities within the dessert industry, maintaining relationships with existing artisanal accounts, and achieving ambitious growth targets. You will act as a brand ambassador, using your deep product knowledge to conduct professional tastings and inform our market strategy.

• Strong sales and negotiation skills, along with the ability to identify and develop new client relationships
• Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Experience in market research, data analysis, and the ability to use insights to guide decision‑making
• Proven ability to meet or exceed sales targets and maintain client satisfaction
• Passion for high‑quality food products and knowledge of the gelato or dessert industry is a plus
• Self‑motivation, organized work habits, and goal‑oriented mindset
• Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Mandatory Industry
  
  Experience:
  
  Minimum of 2+ years in sales specifically within the gelato, ice cream, or high‑end patisserie sector.