Retail and Food Sector Expert

4 days ago


Kilkenny, Kilkenny, Ireland Ifac Ireland Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Food Business Consultant to join our team at ifac Ireland, with expertise in the retail and food sectors.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team and contribute to the growth and success of our clients.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the food industry and retail sector, with experience in roles such as buying, category management, or commercial strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leverage retail and food sector expertise to guide food producers on product development, pricing strategies, and market positioning.
  • Provide strategic advice to clients on securing retail listings and optimising product profitability.
  • Conduct detailed reviews of products, margins, and revenue streams to identify growth opportunities.
  • Deliver workshops on New Product Development (NPD), focusing on benchmarking, brand positioning, and presenting to buyers.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A minimum of five years' experience in the food industry and retail sector, ideally in roles such as buying, category management, or commercial strategy.
  • A Master's Degree in a food business or agribusiness related discipline.
  • Proven track record of driving business growth through strategic advice and support.
  • Strong commercial acumen with a proven ability to drive business growth.
  • Expertise in pricing, negotiation, and route-to-market strategies.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to analyse market trends and data to inform decision-making.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, performance-related bonus, paid mobile phone, and blended WFH opportunities. Our team is committed to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment that fosters personal and professional growth.



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