Business Development Manager - North & Midlands

FMCG Selection; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive growth across the North and Midlands of England. This exciting role involves managing key relationships with hospitality customers, including restaurants and hotels, while proactively pursuing new business opportunities. Ideal candidates will have a strong sales background in the foodservice or hospitality sectors, complemented by exceptional communication skills. Join a company known for its premium food products and enjoy a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a company car. If you're driven and passionate about exceeding customer expectations, this role is for you.

Benefits

Company car (Hybrid/Electric)

Pension

Quarterly bonus

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong background in sales and account management, especially in foodservice.
• Proven track record of success in the hospitality sector.

Responsibilities

• Drive profitable growth across designated region, focusing on hospitality customers.
• Manage relationships with restaurants, hotels, and dining establishments.

Skills

Sales Management

Account Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Relationship Management

Job description

Business Development Manager - North & Midlands

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We're delighted to present an exciting opportunity to join one of the UK's foremost suppliers of premium food products and ingredients as a Foodservice National Account Manager. Known for their reputation within the industry, our client has established widespread recognition through a multitude of industry and supplier awards. With an established presence throughout the UK, they have achieved nationwide distribution across the foodservice market, notably within national restaurant chains, hotels, contract catering establishments, and travel sectors. Following continued business growth, the business is seeking Business Development Managers to cover the North of England and the Midlands.

Role

As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for driving profitable growth across your designated region. Your focus will be on managing relationships with hospitality customers such as restaurants, hotels, pubs and dining establishments. Key areas include Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, York & Leeds. In addition to nurturing existing accounts, you will proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities in line with the company’s strategic objectives. You will collaborate closely with the wider Sales and Technical teams to ensure customers receive the highest level of service and support.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you should have a strong background in sales and account management, with a proven track record of success in the foodservice or hospitality sectors. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to build and maintain long-lasting customer relationships. You should be highly organised, driven, and passionate about exceeding customer expectations while achieving sales targets.

£40,000 – £50,000 salary, up to £16,000 bonus (paid quarterly), Company car (Hybrid/Electric), Pension & benefits.

Contact

If you have relevant experience as outlined above, please apply below or contact Aidan at FMCG Selection at [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Business Development

Industries

• Food and Beverage Services, Accommodation and Food Services, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing