Business Development Manager

Brakes; Fort William; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice supplier is looking for a Business Development Manager in Fort William to identify and secure new independent business opportunities. You will build strong relationships in the food market and drive growth through achieving profit targets. Candidates should have a commercial mindset and a customer-focused approach. Training is provided, and food service experience is advantageous.

Benefits

Uncapped bonus potential

Company car or car allowance

Home-based contract

Qualifications

• Experience in Field Sales or similar roles is preferred but not essential.
• Confidence in field-based work and customer-focused approach are essential.
• Food service or hospitality experience is advantageous but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Identify, pursue, and secure new independent business opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with independent players in the local food market.
• Create tailored culinary proposals to help customers save time and money.
• Drive growth by achieving profit targets and earning rewards.
• Onboard new clients professionally.
• Monitor market trends and competitors.

Skills

Field Sales experience

Commercial mindset

Customer-focused approach

Job description

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Brakes

Location:

Fort William, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description

Business Development Manager - Home/Field-based - Oban, Fort William, Tarbert, Lochcarron

Up to £38,000 + uncapped bonus potential, company car or car allowance & home-based contract

At Brakes, 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 forefront 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:

• Identify, pursue, and secure new independent business opportunities, maintaining a strong sales pipeline.
• Build strong relationships with independent players in the local food market, leveraging your curiosity for all things foodie.
• Create tailored culinary proposals to help our customers save time and money.
• Drive growth by achieving profit targets and earning rewards.
• Onboard new clients professionally, ensuring they feel welcomed and supported by your Area Sales Manager.
• Monitor market trends and competitors to provide the latest solutions and insights from the leading food wholesaler.
• Achieve market goals with enthusiasm and expertise.

What we are looking for:

Experience in Field Sales or similar roles is preferred but not essential.

We seek individuals with a commercial mindset, driven to meet targets and make a positive impact.

Confidence in field-based work and a customer-focused approach are essential.

Training will be provided on our products and business, so food service or hospitality experience is advantageous but not mandatory.

We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging you to bring your whole self to work and help define our company culture.

Additional Information

At Brakes, everyone is welcome. We focus on your potential and personality, not just your CV. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all colleagues feel valued and have opportunities to thrive. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, contact our resourcing team.

About Brakes

As the UK’s largest foodservice supplier, Brakes is passionate about food and feeding the nation. We deliver high-quality fresh and frozen food daily from our distribution centres to pubs, restaurants, schools, care homes, and hospitals. With a dedicated workforce of 8,000, we are growing and committed to excellence.