Business Development Manager

Interaction Recruitment; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established food supplier is seeking a Business Development Manager to manage existing accounts and drive new business across South Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. The ideal candidate will have a proven sales background, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to travel. This role offers a competitive salary and uncapped commission as well as benefits including a company car or allowance and generous holiday days.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience in field sales, cold calling, appointment booking, and diary management.
• Background in B2B sales; experience in food or FMCG sectors is advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and grow relationships with existing customers across the territory.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities with retailers.
• Proactively source and convert new leads into long-term customers.
• Conduct face-to-face appointments, presentations, and negotiations.
• Take full responsibility for your region, driving growth and customer satisfaction.
• Regular travel across South Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.

Skills

Account Management

Business Development

Lead Generation

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building skills

Self-motivated

Proactive approach

Job description

Business Development Manager

Territory: South Yorkshire & Lincolnshire
Package: Competitive + Uncapped Commission

Salary: £32,000 - £40,000 & commission

Benefits

Car / Car Allowance + 22 Days Holiday & Bank Holidays

Company Overview

We are a well-established food supplier with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality products to independent retailers, farm shops, and garden centres. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a driven and personable Field Sales Executive to manage and expand our presence across South Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.

Role Overview

You will be responsible for managing an existing portfolio of accounts while actively seeking new business opportunities. This role combines account management, territory development, and new customer acquisition. You’ll build strong relationships with clients, increase account spend, and represent our brand with professionalism and enthusiasm.

Key Responsibilities

• Account Management:Maintain and grow relationships with existing customers across the territory.
• Business Development:Identify and secure new business opportunities with retailers, farm shops, and garden centres.
• Lead Generation:Proactively source and convert new leads into long-term customers.
• Sales Meetings:Conduct face-to-face appointments, presentations, and negotiations.
• Territory Ownership:Take full responsibility for your region, driving growth and customer satisfaction.
• Travel:Regular travel across South Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, with occasional overnight stays.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in field sales, cold calling, appointment booking, and diary management.
• Background in B2B sales—experience in food or FMCG sectors is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated and target-driven with a proactive approach.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (not stated)
• Uncapped commission structure
• Company car or car allowance
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays
• Supportive team environment and opportunities for career growth

If you have any questions, please contact Jake Norfolk-Lee at Interaction Recruitment.