Business Development Manager - Out of Home

The Advocate Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Business Development Manager for Out of Home in London. This role requires proven experience in business development, with a focus on premium drinks or health-led FMCG. Responsibilities include leading new business development and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders. The position offers a salary of up to £40,000, plus bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, ideally within premium drinks or health-led FMCG.
• Strong track record of winning and growing accounts in the Out of Home channel.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead new business development across Whole Foods and independent London venues.
• Build and maintain strong commercial relationships with key stakeholders.
• Deliver volume growth and brand visibility through proactive account management.

Skills

Business development

Relationship building

Negotiation

Entrepreneurial mindset

Communication

Job description

Overview

Business Development Manager - Out of Home (London)

up to £40,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Are you ready to join one of the UK's fastest-growing functional drinks challengers? This pioneering brand has built its reputation on bold innovation, gut-loving goodness and a mission to shake up the soft drinks category for the better. With listings already secured in premium retailers and a loyal community of health-conscious consumers, the business is now looking to accelerate its growth across the Out of Home channel.

Responsibilities

• Lead new business development across Whole Foods, Planet Organic and independent London venues.
• Build and maintain strong commercial relationships with buyers, wholesalers and decision-makers.
• Deliver volume growth and brand visibility through proactive account management and activation.
• Identify and convert opportunities within cafés, delis, fitness studios and other premium OOH outlets.
• Partner with marketing and field sales to maximise brand presence across the capital.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, ideally within premium drinks or health-led FMCG.
• Strong track record of winning and growing accounts in the Out of Home channel.
• Entrepreneurial, driven and comfortable working in a fast-paced challenger brand environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Based in London with a strong network in the independent retail and OOH space.

How to apply

Please get in touch with Kayleigh or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy.

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The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors.

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