Associate Business Development Manager - Polish speaking

Robert Walters UK; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a dynamic Associate Business Development Manager fluent in Polish to drive sales growth in the UK food service sector. This role focuses on building strong partnerships with wholesalers and food service operators while managing distributor relationships. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Business or Marketing and 3-4 years of FMCG sales experience. If you're passionate about food and have strong communication skills, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a thriving industry.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of sales experience in FMCG with distributor management.
• University degree or equivalent, preferably in Business or Marketing.

Responsibilities

• Manage and collaborate with distributors to achieve sales targets.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities across various channels.

Skills

Fluency in Polish

Sales experience in FMCG

Strong interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

University degree

Degree in Business or Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Associate Business Development Manager - Polish speaking

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This role is responsible for developing sales and expanding the distribution of our clients within the mainstream food service channel, with a primary focus on the UK market. The position aims to build strong, long-term partnerships with key wholesalers and food service operators to drive sustainable growth.Must be fluent in Polish.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and collaborate closely with distributors to achieve annual sales targets.

Identify and develop new business opportunities across mainstream retail chains, independent retailers, and food service clients.

Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including trade partners and key accounts, to foster long-term partnerships.

Plan, execute, and evaluate trade promotional activities, using results to inform future strategies.

Regularly monitor and report pricing trends for our client and competitor products to support strategic planning.

Ensure adequate inventory levels with distributors and proactively plan to avoid any supply disruptions.

Provide timely and accurate reporting to management on market conditions, sales performance, and project progress.

Coordinate effectively with internal teams and external partners to implement projects and deliver business objectives.

Safeguard brand integrity by ensuring all activities align with our clients brand image and values.

II. JOB SPECIFICATION

Education & Experience:

University degree or equivalent; a degree in Business or Marketing is an advantage.

3–4 years of experience in sales within the FMCG industry, preferably with exposure to distributor management, trade marketing, and supply chain coordination.

Requirements & Skills:

Legal right to work in the UK.

Fluency in both Polish and English (spoken and written).

Willingness to work flexible hours and travel as required.

Full driving licence.

Highly organised, self-motivated, and results-oriented.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for data analysis, reporting, and presentations.

Team player, ready to support colleagues across departments.

Passionate about Chinese cuisine and cooking.

Preferred:

Genuine passion for food and the food industry.

Familiarity with kitchen operations or culinary settings is a plus, helping to engage effectively with certain clients.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates