Business Development Manager - Grenade

Mondelēz International; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the active nutrition sector is seeking a Business Development Manager to join their dynamic UK Sales Team. The successful candidate will focus on developing new business opportunities within key customers in the Foodservice channel. This role offers significant growth potential and the chance to work with a talented team in a motivating environment.

Qualifications

• Passion for winning new business.
• Excellent numeric, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Previous Foodservice sales experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and retain profitable new business opportunities in Foodservice.
• Agree and execute Joint Business Plans with Contract Caterers.
• Conduct strategic depot calls and site visits.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Time Management

Sales

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

CRM applications

Job description

Job Description

About Grenade

Grenade is an international active nutrition and lifestyle brand, which has grown rapidly since its launch in 2010. Driven by its strong brand, distinctive products, and highly innovative approach, Grenade has made an explosive impact in the sports and active nutrition segments. As a market leader, Grenade sells a range of nutritional products, both B2B and B2C, including its signature Grenade Bars and Drinks.

As part of our dynamic UK Sales Team, working within our Out of Home channel, this role is a significant opportunity for an aspiring Business Development Manager. Surrounded by a talented group of individuals, the raw talent of the successful candidate will be nurtured to develop into a high-performing sales professional.

Joining Grenade’s high-performing team during this exciting period of growth and brand expansion offers a unique and motivating work environment, with highly rewarding opportunities for personal and professional development.

How you will contribute

You will:

1. Focus on developing and retaining profitable new business opportunities within key customers in the Foodservice channel. There remains significant growth potential in this sector despite our established presence.
2. Develop the business across multiple levels, including Route to Market Account Managers, Contract Caterer Buyers, and Site Catering Managers.
3. Agree and execute Joint Business Plans with Contract Caterers to drive distribution gains.
4. Liaise with customer decision makers as the key point of contact.
5. Conduct strategic depot calls and site visits to deliver sales incentives and activate the product range.
6. Retain and grow existing relationships while introducing new product lines to established customers.
7. Attend targeted trade shows, business development days, and site activations as relevant.
8. Fulfill all administrative and reporting requirements promptly for daily tasks and ad-hoc requests.

What you will bring

A desire to drive your career forward with the following experience and skills:

1. Passion for winning new business.
2. Outcome-focused with the ability to identify sales opportunities.
3. Ability to work independently and follow instructions.
4. Excellent numeric, written, and verbal communication skills.
5. Self-motivated, disciplined, organized, and flexible with good time management.
6. Effective communication skills in person, via email, and telephone.
7. Ability to build relationships at all levels and possess strong negotiation skills.
8. Professional appearance and organization.
9. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM applications.
10. Willingness to contribute to the office environment when necessary.
11. Ability to collaborate with Marketing, Accounts, and Production teams.
12. Previous Foodservice sales experience is preferred but not essential.

Relocation Support Available?

We value our talented employees and strive to support their professional growth before recruiting new talent. If you believe this role is right for you, we encourage you to apply!

Mondelez International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Excited to grow your career?

We value our employees and aim to support their professional development. If you see a suitable position, please apply!

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Job Type: Regular Account Management, Sales