Business Development Manager

kff; Hertford Heath; Remote; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive growth in the foodservice sector. This role offers the chance to shape the future of an independent business, working closely with clients to deliver tailored culinary solutions. You will cultivate relationships, monitor market trends, and ensure customer satisfaction while achieving profit targets. With a home-based contract and a supportive induction program, this is an exciting opportunity for those with a passion for food and sales to make a significant impact in a thriving market.

Benefits

Company Car

Travel Allowance

Home-based Contract

Uncapped Bonus Potential

Qualifications

• Experience in Field Sales is preferred but not essential.
• Strong commercial mindset and ambition to achieve targets.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities in the food market.
• Build strong relationships with independent clients.
• Monitor market trends to provide competitive insights.

Skills

Field Sales Experience

Commercial Mindset

Customer Relationship Management

Market Trend Analysis

Job description

Job Description

Business Development Manager - Home/Field-based – Essex/Herts/London

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

Here at kff, we’ve got ambitious growth plans so if you want to be a part of shaping the future of our independent business, joining 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

1. Scope out, hunt, and seal the deal with independent new business opportunities whilst keeping that pipeline flowing
2. Cultivate strong connections with independent players in the local food market using your innate curiosity for all things foodie
3. Craft bespoke culinary propositions to help our customers save time and money
4. Drive growth by hitting profit targets and being rewarded accordingly
5. Welcome new clients with style and finesse, ensuring they feel at home with your Area Sales Manager
6. Monitor competition and independent market trends to provide the hottest solutions and insights

What we are looking for

Ideally, you’ll come from a similar 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 will be at the heart of everything you do, so confidence in being out on the field is essential.

We offer a comprehensive induction programme to teach you everything about 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 help define our culture by bringing your whole self to work.