Business Development Executive

Avidity; Kempston; Hybrid; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company is seeking a Business Development Executive to join their team. This field-based role involves building relationships with key decision-makers in various sectors and driving sales growth. Candidates should have experience in direct sales, particularly in food service or FMCG, and possess strong IT and social media skills. The position offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits, including a company car and performance-related bonus.

Benefits

No weekend working

23 days paid holidays

Company car & fuel card

Potential to earn 10% bonus

Company pension scheme

Free life assurance

Access to discounted private healthcare

Family-friendly policies

Employee benefits portal

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates have previous experience in direct sales, preferably within Foodservice or FMCG.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Proven track record of delivering strong sales results.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with catering managers and decision-makers.
• Identify new opportunities and drive sales growth.
• Manage own diary and make a minimum of five calls per day.

Skills

Sales experience

Strong IT skills

Social media skills

Results-driven

Organisational skills

Job description

Overview

Business Development Executive - PepsiCo

Location: Bedford & surrounding areas

3 months fixed term contract starting 3rd November, with great opportunities to extend

Salary Upto £32.5K per annum (pro rata) plus performance related bonus, company car & fuel card

We have an exciting opportunity to join our PepsiCo AFH Team as a Business Development Executive. In this field-based role, you will build strong relationships with catering managers and key decision-makers across universities, education centres, healthcare sites, and other locations

You’ll identify new opportunities, drive sales growth, and maximise brand visibility at the point of purchase. You’ll manage your own diary, make at least five calls per day, and use your initiative and confidence to deliver results.

Previous sales experience, ideally within food service, catering, or a similar channel, is preferred

What’s in it for you?

We recognise that people are the key to our success. That’s why we make sure everyone at McCurrach enjoys continuous support, great perks and excellent career development opportunities. Some of the key perks include:

• No weekend working (40 hours Monday to Friday)
• 23 days paid holidays (pro rata) + public holidays (increases with length of service)
• Company Car & fuel card
• Potential to earn 10% bonus
• Company pension scheme - 3% employer contributions
• Free life assurance at 3x annual salary
• Access to discounted private healthcare & Discounted Health Cash Plan
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme – up to 5 days!
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support on Physical, Mental & Financial Well-being
• Family-friendly working policies (such as enhanced maternity & paternity leave)
• Employee Benefits & Discounts portal (discounts from a wide range of retailers plus much more!)

Who are we looking for?

Our top performers are confident, results-driven, and highly organised. We’re looking for someone with previous experience in direct sales, ideally within Foodservice or FMCG. You’ll be self-motivated, resilient, and energetic, with the ability to act quickly and deliver strong results. Strong IT and social media skills are essential, along with a proactive and collaborative approach to teamwork.

If this role quenches your thirst, don't miss out! Do yourself a flavour and apply now!

Please note this role requires a full UK driving licence (with no more than 6 pts or previous bans), all offers will be subject to successful completion of a DVLA licence check. This is a field based role which will involve regular travel on a daily basis, so you must be comfortable driving distance.

Please note this role will also require manual handling/heavy lifting.

Overnights may be required on occasion.