Business Development Manager - Wholesale Food

The BD Guys; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement consultancy in London is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth in the wholesale food sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in B2B sales within hospitality and a proven ability to meet sales targets. Key responsibilities include prospecting leads, negotiating deals, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within the industry and requires travel within the designated territory.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in B2B field sales, ideally in hospitality.
• Excellent knowledge of the UK hospitality market.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prospect new leads through networking and outreach.
• Build strong relationships with potential clients.
• Support negotiations and close deals.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Time management

Job description

Business Development Manager - Wholesale Food

About the job Business Development Manager - Wholesale Food

B2B - Food Wholesale? Waste? Catering? Hospitality? READ ON!

YOU MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE SELLING INTO HOSPITALITY - NOT OUT OF IT.

Our partners, are at the forefront of hospitality procurement, with a mission to deliver exceptional procurement solutions across all hospitality sectors at zero cost to our clients. With a steadfast commitment to efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality, we've earned a reputation as a trusted partner for organisations looking to optimise their procurement processes.

We need a BDM to now take the business to the stars and beyond, someone not scared of a conversation, that can think on their feet and be a chameleon to multiple buying points.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and prospect new leads through various channels, including networking, cold calling, and digital outreach.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with potential clients, understanding their needs and proposing tailored solutions.
• Support negotiations and deal closures to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to onboard new customers effectively and successfully ensuring a seamless transition to ordering from our nominated suppliers.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and market developments to identify new opportunities for growth.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in B2B field sales, ideally within Group Purchasing Organisation, foodservice distribution (food or non-food), or hospitality services.
• Excellent knowledge of the UK hospitality market with the ability to utilise personal connections.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and persuade.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a positive can-do attitude
• Excellent time management and organisational abilities.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel within the designated territory.

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