Business Development Manager

Jackson Hogg Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable company in the FMCG sector is seeking a Business Development Manager in Manchester to drive growth within foodservice and retail channels. The ideal candidate will have field-based sales experience, strong negotiation skills, and a results-driven mindset. The role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000 plus bonuses and benefits, with a focus on developing strategic customer relationships and identifying market opportunities.

Benefits

Bonus

Company car

Pension and holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Field-based sales experience in FMCG food and drink or foodservice (B2B).
• Results-focused, self-motivated, and able to manage my own territory effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a territory growth strategy targeting foodservice customers.
• Win new accounts and grow spend across an existing portfolio of customers.
• Identify market opportunities and competitor activity within your region.

Skills

Field-based sales experience in FMCG

Strong commercial awareness

Confident negotiation skills

Job description

Overview

We're working with a reputable client seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth within the FMCG food and drink sector, focusing on a range of retail and foodservice channels across the Midland region.

The business is well-established and offers a strong product portfolio combining branded and own-label ranges. This is a strategic, field-based role covering the Midlands from Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester across the East Coast to Lincolnshire, focused on driving new business and managing key customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a territory growth strategy targeting foodservice customers.
• Win new accounts and grow spend across an existing portfolio of customers
• Identify market opportunities and competitor activity within your region
• Deliver professional sales presentations and negotiate commercial agreements
• Collaborate with internal teams on pricing, supply, marketing, and category insight

Experience

• Field-based sales experience in FMCG food and drink or foodservice (B2B)
• Strong commercial awareness and confident negotiation skills
• Results-focused, self-motivated, and able to manage your own territory effectively

Package & Benefits

• Salary £35,000 - £45,000 DOE + bonus + company car
• Pension, holiday allowance, and additional benefits
• Supportive team culture and clear opportunities to progress