Business Development Manager

Powerforce GB; Southampton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading confectionery brand as a Business Development Manager. You'll drive growth in the out-of-home channel, engaging with clients to enhance sales and distribution. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and a supportive work environment with career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Medicash

Enhanced Pension

Life Assurance

Enhanced Parental Leave

Perkbox Discounts

Taste Card Restaurant Deals

Health Assured Support

Qualifications

• Proven sales and new business acquisition skills.
• Experience with customers in OOH/Foodservice channels.

Responsibilities

• Drive business development and manage territories.
• Build relationships with decision-makers to boost sales.

Skills

Sales

Business Development

Customer Engagement

Resilience

Tenacity

Education

Full UK Manual Driving License

Job description

What's the role about?

Business Development Manager

Do you have a knack for the commercial game and a love for tackling tough challenges?

Do you have a proven track record in the out-of-home (OOH) channel?

Are you a dynamic individual looking for a new challenge with an amazing confectionery brand?

Position: Full time, Permanent

Salary: £27,000 to £30,000 per annum (£32-36k OTE) + up to 20% bonus + company car

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Territory: Bournemouth, Guildford, Southampton, Salisbury, and surrounding areas

About the role

In this role, you'll drive business development and manage territories within the confectionery OOH scene, engaging with local and regional clients to support our growth strategy. Your responsibilities include building relationships with decision-makers to boost sales and distribution, making a significant industry impact.

What we offer

• Ongoing training and support
• A fun, rewarding work environment
• Career growth opportunities within Powerforce and Advantage Smollan
• Benefits include: Medicash, enhanced pension and life assurance, enhanced parental leave, Perkbox discounts, Taste card restaurant deals, and Health Assured support

What we're looking for

• A self-starter with a positive attitude, resilience, and tenacity in OOH
• Experience with customers in OOH/Foodservice channels
• Proven sales and new business acquisition skills
• A full, manual UK or international driving license held for at least 1 year

If you're interested, please apply today. Early applications are encouraged as the vacancy may close early.

About us

Powerforce values its people and customers, fostering a positive culture and workplace. Our success stems from outstanding results and strong customer relationships. Our core values include Integrity, Growth Mindset, People-first, Accountability, Customer-centricity, and Teamwork. Recognized with industry awards, we are committed to diversity and inclusion, creating a welcoming environment for all. Join us and be part of a team that celebrates individuality. Apply now to start your journey with us.