Business Development Manager
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Business Development Manager
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is recruiting for a growing food manufacturer. This is a permanent, hybrid role based in Islington, London with a competitive salary plus car allowance.
Job Details
- Location: Islington, London (Hybrid)
- Salary: Competitive Salary plus Car Allowance
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sector: Food & Drink
- Function: Sales
- Contact: James Randall - [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
- Phone: [contact hidden]
- Job Ref: 71622
Job Description
A growing food manufacturer are seeking a Business Development Manager to join their sales team. Working within the sales function you will be responsible for driving new opportunities across B2B channels. With a hybrid working model based in London, this role offers not just a job but a pathway to professional growth, with a car allowance, company-contributed pension scheme, life insurance, and access to an employee benefits platform that includes 24/7 GP access. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, this opportunity is for you.
What You Will Do
- Pro actively identify, target, and secure new business opportunities across key UK B2B channels.
- Build and execute business development strategies aligned with the company's ambitious growth objectives.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with decision-makers in sectors such as cash & carry, wholesale, food distribution, and food & beverage.
- Expand existing accounts through up selling and cross-selling, delivering value-driven solutions.
- Maintain an active sales pipeline using Salesforce CRM to ensure a structured and effective approach to business development.
- Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events, showcasing its exceptional reputation for quality and service.
What You Will Bring
- Proven experience in a business development or new business sales role, ideally within cash & carry, wholesale, food distribution, or the food & beverage sector.
- Demonstrable success in meeting and exceeding sales and revenue targets.
- Strong commercial acumen paired with a solution-focused mindset.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with confidence in negotiating at senior stakeholder level.
- Proficiency in CRM systems, with Salesforce experience being a plus.
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential.
Additional Information
As a Business Development Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth and increasing market share for this award-winning company. With a 30-year heritage and a strategy focused on expansion, this organisation is committed to delivering excellence—not just for its customers but also for its employees. You'll have the autonomy to shape the commercial direction of the business while being supported by a comprehensive training programme designed to enhance your knowledge of the company's products, customers, and systems.
This role is based in Islington, London, with a hybrid working model that combines office presence with flexibility.
How to Apply
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