Business Development Manager

kff; Essex; Remote; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in foodservice is seeking a Business Development Manager to join their Independent Sales Team. This role involves developing new business opportunities, maintaining client relationships, and achieving profit targets. The position offers a competitive salary, uncapped bonuses, and a home-based contract, making it ideal for driven individuals passionate about the food industry.

Benefits

Company Car

Travel Allowance

Home-based Contract

Comprehensive Induction Program

Qualifications

• Background in Field Sales preferred but not essential.
• Confidence in being out in the field is essential.

Responsibilities

• Hunt and seal deals with independent new business opportunities.
• Cultivate strong connections with local food market players.
• Drive growth by achieving profit targets.

Skills

Commercial Mindset

Field Sales

Customer Focus

Job description

Business Development Manager - Home/Field-based - Essex /Home Counties

Up to £41,000 + uncapped bonus potential, company car or travel allowance & home-based contract

Here at KFF, we've got ambitious growth plans. If you want to be part of shaping the future of our independent business and join a team at the cutting edge of foodservice trends, then we have a fantastic opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join our Independent Sales Team.

What you'll be doing:

• Scope out, hunt, and seal deals with independent new business opportunities while maintaining a healthy pipeline.
• Cultivate strong connections with independent players in the local food market, leveraging your curiosity for all things foodie.
• Create bespoke culinary proposals to help our customers save time and money.
• Drive growth by achieving profit targets and being rewarded for your success.
• Onboard new clients with professionalism and care, ensuring they feel welcomed and supported by your Area Sales Manager.
• Monitor competition and market trends to provide the hottest solutions and insights.

What we are looking for:

Ideally, you'll have a background in Field Sales, but this isn't essential. We seek individuals with a commercial mindset, drive, and ambition to make a difference by delivering against targets.

The customer is at the heart of everything you do, so confidence in being out in the field is essential.

We offer a comprehensive induction program to train you on our products and business. While food service or hospitality experience is advantageous, you will receive the training needed to succeed.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We want you to bring your whole self to work and help define our culture.