Associate Relationship Manager

About SmartQWe are a leading B2B Food-Tech company built on 4 pillars-great people, great food, great experience, and greater good. Solving complex business problems with our heart and analyzing possible solutions with our mind lie in our DNA. We are on the perpetual route of serving our clients wholeheartedly. Armed with the stability of an MNC and the agility of a start-up, we have spread across 14 countries, having collaborated and executed successfully with 600 clients. We have grown from strength to strength with a blend of exuberant youth and exceptional experience. Bengaluru, being our headquarters, is known as the innovation hub and we have grown up to be the global leader in the institutional food tech space. We were recently acquired by the world's largest foodservice company – Compass group which has an annual turnover of 20 billion USD.To know more about the 4 key pillars that surround our culture check out our LinkedIn ‘Life’ page. You will be amazed to be a part of our growth story - https://www.linkedin.com/company/smartq-bottlelabs/life/cdc290f8-ff81-4e7f-9c96-37d842f936c4/?viewAsMember=trueAre you excited to join our team as an Associate Relationship Manager?As an Associate Relationship Manager at SmartQ, you will support and assist in leading a frontline Partner team of food service associates. Your role will involve coordinating key tasks related to food production planning, engineering support, and front-of-house operations. You will also help ensure that all activities adhere to Health & Safety and Food Safety regulations.You will contribute to the smooth and efficient execution of the contract, working in alignment with the agreed terms and conditions. Additionally, you will play an active role in enhancing the overall customer experience through effective coordination and service support.Do you have these skills and the drive to make a meaningful impact in the world of food and technology? Join us todayKey responsibilitiesPromote a positive work culture and ensure punctual delivery of high-quality service. Resolve issues and promptly report incidents, accidents, and near misses to the reporting manager.Prioritize client retention and exhibit a passionate commitment to delivering quality service to both clients and employees.Collaborate effectively within a team and demonstrate initiative when working independently. Uphold honesty and integrity, fostering a family-oriented culture.Possess excellent communication skills to engage with a diverse range of people, both within your work area and among various stakeholders.Adhere to legislation and follow all rules and regulations outlined in the client handbook, ensuring service deliverables, hygiene, health, and safety standards are met.Embrace a team-player mentality with a can-do attitude. Take pride in personal appearance and hygiene standards.Display self-motivation, responsibly using personal initiative. Maintain a positive attitude under pressure, demonstrating resilience and adaptability.Manage vendor rotations and plan the operations for the assigned clients.Qualifications:Demonstrated experience in the food industry, with a solid understanding of operations and customer service.Proactive and self-motivated, with a strong work ethic, integrity, and the ability to make independent decisions.Resilient under pressure, capable of meeting deadlines and handling challenges effectively.Adaptable and team-oriented, willing to take on diverse responsibilities to support business objectives.Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with stakeholders at all levels.Strong interpersonal abilities, fostering collaboration and teamwork.Expertise in food service, technology, and people management, ensuring smooth operations.Results-driven with a sense of accountability, focused on achieving business goals.Proven leadership experience, successfully managing teams in dynamic environments.Knowledge of HSEQ standards, with a Basic Food Hygiene certification.Financial acumen and proficiency in relevant applications, ensuring operational efficiency.Agile and adaptable, thriving in fast-paced and evolving work environments.Minimum 3 years of industry experience, with a Graduate/Diploma in Hotel Management.Availability for a 6-day workweek, with a willingness to travel within city limits as needed. Message from CEO:We've come to realize that we're not merely in the B2B Food service industry; we're in the business of 'Capturing Hearts.' We find ourselves in a unique position to turn ordinary, mundane corporate cafeterias into places of pure delight, where individuals can freely express themselves, find inspiration, and share happiness. Such a profound transformation opportunity is a rare gift, where the purpose of our enterprise transcends the ordinary. If this vision resonates with you, we invite you to join us in our mission to spread joy and happiness in a world weighed down by stress and pressure. Together, let's play our part in making this world a more beautiful place.