Field Based Business Development Manager - Southwest

Zest Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development Manager in the foodservice sector. This field-based role requires a driven sales professional with a strong track record in account management. You will own a defined territory in the Southwest, engage with hospitality clients, and enhance existing accounts. A competitive salary, bonus, and company car are offered, along with career development opportunities. Apply now to make a difference in your area.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Generous bonus scheme

Company car or allowance

Professional development

Company pension scheme

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Proven success in business development or account management within the foodservice sector.
• Strong catering product knowledge and an understanding of the hospitality industry.
• A confident communicator who can influence decision-makers at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Taking full ownership of a defined geographical patch (Southwest).
• Actively prospecting and converting new clients within hospitality, leisure, and catering.
• Managing and growing existing accounts to exceed sales and margin targets.

Skills

Business development

Account management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Customer service

Job description

Overview

Business Development Manager - Foodservice | Field-Based | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Car + Benefits. Covering Southwest. Full-Time.

Are you a driven sales professional with a passion for foodservice and a talent for opening doors? An innovative and well-established player in the UK foodservice sector is looking for a Business Development Manager to join their high-performing team.

This business is known for delivering exceptional customer service and pioneering technology in the foodservice space. They are looking for a natural hunter—someone who loves the chase of new business, thrives in the field, and knows how to build long-term, trusted relationships with hospitality and catering customers.

Responsibilities

• Taking full ownership of a defined geographical patch (Southwest)
• Actively prospecting and converting new clients within hospitality, leisure, and catering
• Managing and growing existing accounts to exceed sales and margin targets
• Collaborating with internal teams and suppliers to drive value and insights
• Delivering consistently high customer service through regular contact and thoughtful account management
• Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager and supported by a dedicated customer service advisor

Qualifications

• Proven success in business development or account management within the foodservice sector
• Strong catering product knowledge and an understanding of the hospitality industry
• A confident communicator who can influence decision-makers at all levels
• Excellent negotiation and organisational skills, with commercial acumen to match
• Passionate about customers and delivering top-tier service
• PC literate - training provided for internal systems
• Full driving licence and able to pass a Basic DBS check

Benefits

• Competitive base salary + generous bonus scheme
• Company car (or allowance), laptop & mobile phone
• Professional development and career progression
• Company pension scheme
• Long service awards
• Death in service benefit
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts on food products

Ready to be the face of foodservice in your area? Apply now in confidence.