Business Development Executive

BaxterStorey; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider is seeking a Business Development Executive to drive sales across the growing food service sector. This role requires strong sales experience in hospitality, excellent communication skills, and the ability to forge relationships with clients. The position is remote with travel required across the Midlands. Competitive salary and a variety of perks included.

Benefits

33 Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Birthday additional holiday

Free meals on shift

Pension and life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Company Car

Qualifications

• Demonstrated sales career within the hospitality sector.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets.
• Ability to manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business bids to drive sales across the food service sector.
• Develop strategies to expand the client base.
• Forge relationships with key decision-makers.
• Lead negotiations with prospective clients.

Skills

Sales experience in hospitality

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Customer-focused

Job description

GBP 45000 - GBP 50000 - yearly

Company Description

Business Development Executive

Remote working but needs to be Midlands based

Competitive Salary + Highly Competitive Commission

• 33 Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays.
• Birthday additional holiday.
• 24 weeks of enhanced maternity leave.
• Secondary carer leave.
• Wedding/commitment day leave.
• Free meals on shift.
• Pension and life insurance.
• Discounts available via Perk Box, from high street shops to holidays & cinemas.
• Access to employee assistance programme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Company Car.

Are you a business development professional keen to operate in a buoyant food service market? Looking to join a team that is setting new business winning record years?

Here at BaxterStorey we are currently on the lookout for a Business Development Executive to generate new business bids to drive sales across the growing food service sector.

The role will be remote based withtravel required across the Central region with a focus on the West Midlands and Wales geographies.

At BaxterStorey, we believe that it is our people that set us apart, that’s why as a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an inspirational and enthusiastic Business Development Executiveto make a name for themselves within the food service industry.

Come be a part of the food revolution!

Job Description

More about the role:

As a Business Development Executiveyou will be pivotal to our growth strategy, think strategically have a profound understanding of the foodservice landscape and be capable of crafting tailored solutions that surpass client expectations.

• Champion the pursuit of newbusiness opportunities within the foodservicesector. Develop and execute strategies to expand our client base and make inroads into untapped markets.
• Actively grow a strong pipeline by engaging with clients face to face across the region
• Forge strong and lasting relationships with key decision-makers. Grasp their unique needs, challenges, and objectives to collaboratively design customized catering solutions.
• Construct presentations that effectively showcase our catering capabilities and distinctive value proposition. Communicate how our services align with client requirements and enhance their dining experiences.
• Undertake comprehensive market research to identify emerging trends, competitors' activities, and evolving client preferences. Utilize insights to refine and enrich our catering offerings.
• Lead negotiations with prospective clients, ensuring agreements align with company goals and standards. Skilfully navigate contract discussions and ensure seamless contract execution.
• Work closely with culinary, operations, and financial teams to ensure successful implementation and delivery of catering services. Foster a robust interdepartmental network for streamlined project execution.
• Represent BaxterStorey at industry events, trade shows, and networking forums. Cultivate a strong professional network within the contract catering and related sectors.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulatory shifts, and market dynamics. Anticipate client needs and adapt business strategies accordingly.

Qualifications

Who you are:

• Demonstrate your sales career within the hospitality sector
• Experience working within Food service/hospitalityis essential
• Proven experience of managing an end-to-end sales process and a proven track record of exceeding sales targets.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Able to communicate clearly and confidently both verbally and written at all levels.
• Keen to make your mark in the sector by being at the heart of a regional team and leading sales opportunities.
• Excellent customer focused manner.
• Committed to delivering service excellence.
• Ability to manage time effectively.

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.

Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values:

ALWAYS VISIONARY

We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.

WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE

We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.

CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE

We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.

FOREVER CONSCIOUS

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.

Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.

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