Field Based Business Development Manager - Food Service

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice provider seeks a motivated Business Development Manager to drive growth by securing new accounts and maintaining client relationships in Bolton. The role emphasizes teamwork, customer satisfaction, and strategic collaboration, with key responsibilities including revenue growth and client engagement. Competitive salary, company car, and benefits are offered for the right candidate.

Benefits

Company car

Mobile phone

Laptop

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Food product discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in sales, account management, or business development within foodservice is essential.
• Knowledge of food products and the hospitality or leisure sectors.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth by exceeding sales targets.
• Secure new accounts and maintain existing business relationships.
• Collaborate internally and with suppliers to enhance offerings.

Skills

Sales Experience

Account Management

Business Development

Communication

Negotiation

Customer Service

Commercial Awareness

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Field Based Business Development Manager - Food Service, Bolton, Greater Manchester

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Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

An established and forward-thinking foodservice provider is looking for a motivated Business Development Manager to join its expanding team.

The company has a strong presence across various regions and is known for delivering exceptional service and embracing innovation.

The team values collaboration, customer satisfaction, and internal teamwork, aiming to set new standards in UK foodservice.

The Role

This is a field-based role managing a specific geographic territory in central London. The successful candidate will generate new business and maintain existing client relationships. Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager and supported by a dedicated customer service team, this role is vital for regional growth.

A Basic DBS Check is required.

Core Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth by exceeding sales targets
• Secure new accounts and develop profitable relationships
• Maintain and expand existing business
• Provide excellent client service through regular engagement
• Collaborate internally and with suppliers to enhance offerings and market reach
• Increase company visibility through networking and strategic input
• Complete reports and administrative tasks timely

What We're Looking For

• Confident, adaptable communicator who handles pressure well
• Detail-oriented with a customer-first approach
• Experience in sales, account management, or business development within foodservice is essential.
• Knowledge of food products and the hospitality or leisure sectors
• Skilled negotiator, comfortable influencing at various levels
• Enthusiastic team player valuing relationships and service excellence
• Highly organized, self-driven, positive, and strategic
• Proficient with standard computer systems (training provided)
• Strong commercial awareness and market understanding

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive salary package
• Company car, mobile phone, and laptop
• Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Food product discounts

If you have relevant experience, we look forward to hearing from you soon.