Business Development Executive

Avidity; London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Development Executive to join their Food Service Team. In this role, you will focus on driving sales and increasing brand awareness for well-known beverages. You will engage with food service outlets, building relationships and making appointments to boost presence in the market. This exciting position offers a supportive environment where you can enhance your sales skills while enjoying a range of employee benefits, including a company car, performance bonuses, and generous holiday allowances. If you are results-driven and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company Car & Fuel Card

Performance Bonus Potential

Company Pension Scheme

Free Life Assurance

Discounted Private Healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Family-Friendly Policies

Employee Discounts Portal

23 Days Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in a sales role, preferably within Food Service or Catering.
• Confident, well-organized, and comfortable working independently.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales of brands in food service outlets.
• Conduct a minimum of 4 sales calls daily.
• Manage own diary and establish relationships with decision makers.

Skills

Sales Experience

Relationship Building

Organizational Skills

Results Driven

Job description

Business Development Executive - Britvic

Location: Crawley, Croydon & surrounding areas

Type: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: Up to £32k per annum plus performance-related bonus, company car & fuel card

About the Role

Join our Britvic Food Service Team to drive sales of brands like J2O, Drench, Mountain Dew, and more. Your focus will be on increasing brand awareness and presence in food service outlets by identifying decision makers, establishing relationships, and making appointments. You will conduct a minimum of 4 calls daily, manage your own diary, and develop your sales skills in a dynamic environment.

Candidate Profile

Ideal candidates will have experience in a sales role, preferably within Food Service or Catering. Experience in the convenience channel is beneficial but not essential. You should be confident, results-driven, well-organized, and comfortable working independently.

Benefits

• No weekend work (Monday to Friday, 40 hours)
• 23 days paid holidays plus public holidays (increases with service)
• Company car & fuel card
• Performance bonus potential
• Company pension scheme (3% employer contribution)
• Free life assurance (3x salary)
• Discounted private healthcare & Health Cash Plan
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (up to 5 days)
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
• Family-friendly policies (enhanced maternity & paternity leave)
• Employee discounts portal

Requirements

A full UK manual driving license (no more than 6 points or bans) is required, along with a willingness to travel regularly. The role involves manual handling/heavy lifting, and occasional overnight stays may be necessary.

If this opportunity excites you, don't miss out! Apply now and quench your thirst for success!