Field Based Business Development Manager - Food Service

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider seeks a motivated Business Development Manager in Sheffield. This field-based role aims to generate new business while nurturing existing client relationships, contributing directly to revenue growth and market expansion. Ideal candidates are experienced in sales and possess strong knowledge of food products within the hospitality sector.

Benefits

Company car

Mobile phone

Laptop

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Food product discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in sales, account management, or business development in 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 develop profitable client relationships.
• Maintain and expand existing business.

Skills

Sales

Account Management

Business Development

Negotiation

Tools

Standard computer systems

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Field Based Business Development Manager - Food Service, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

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Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

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Other

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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 fosters a supportive culture, working collaboratively with a focus on customer satisfaction and internal teamwork. The goal is to set new standards in UK foodservice.

The Role

This is a field-based role managing a specific geographic territory. 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. A Basic DBS Check is required.

Core Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth by meeting and exceeding sales targets
• Secure new accounts and develop profitable client relationships
• Maintain and expand existing business
• Provide high standards of service through client engagement
• Collaborate internally and with suppliers to enhance product 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 thrives under pressure
• Detail-oriented with a customer-first approach
• Experience in sales, account management, or business development in foodservice is essential
• Knowledge of food products and the hospitality or leisure sectors
• Skilled negotiator capable of influencing at multiple levels
• Enthusiastic team player valuing relationships and service
• Highly organized, self-driven, with a positive, strategic mindset
• Proficient with standard computer systems (training provided)
• Strong commercial awareness and market understanding

What You’ll Receive

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

If you have relevant experience, we would love to hear from you soon.