Business Development Manager

The Global Search Company

United Kingdom

Remote

GBP 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading UK-based food manufacturer is seeking a dynamic Sales Account Manager for a remote position. The role involves managing accounts in retail and corporate sectors, identifying new business opportunities, and ensuring a seamless customer experience. Ideal candidates will have strong sales and account management experience in the food or FMCG sector. This role offers an exciting opportunity within a fast-growing business.

Qualifications

Proven experience in sales or account management, ideally within the food or FMCG sector.
Strong commercial acumen and a track record of delivering revenue growth.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Highly motivated, with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a wider team.
Flexibility to travel regularly across the UK.

Responsibilities

Manage and develop a portfolio of existing accounts across various sectors.
Identify and secure new business opportunities in target markets.
Collaborate with internal teams for a seamless customer experience.
Deliver sales reports and provide market feedback.
Represent the business at trade shows and client meetings.

Skills

Sales experience

Account management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

Commercial acumen

Job description

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A leading UK-based food manufacturer is seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Account Manager to support its continued growth across retail, business, and event channels nationwide.

THIS IS A REMOTE BASED POSITION.

The company produces and distributes high-quality food products and is expanding its footprint across a range of sectors. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded individual to join a fast-growing business and play a key part in its sales strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and develop a portfolio of existing accounts across the retail, hospitality, corporate, and event sectors.
Identify and secure new business opportunities, with a focus on expanding the company’s presence in target markets.
Collaborate with internal teams—including production, marketing, and logistics—to ensure a seamless customer experience.
Deliver sales reports, analyse performance, and provide market feedback to support strategic planning.
Represent the business at trade shows, industry events, and client meetings throughout the UK.

Candidate Profile:

Proven experience in sales or account management, ideally within the food or FMCG sector.
Strong commercial acumen and a track record of delivering revenue growth.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Highly motivated, with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a wider team.
Flexibility to travel regularly across the UK.

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