New Business Development Manager

Brellis Recruitment; Oxford; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a New Business Development Manager for the bakery sector. In this home-based role, you will drive new business growth, identify new clients, and act as a technical partner regarding bakery ingredients. The ideal candidate will have B2B sales experience, knowledge of bakery applications, and strong communication skills. A competitive salary and benefits package awaits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus and benefits package

Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B sales or business development, ideally within the food/drink sector.
• Strong understanding of bakery applications, including formulations for bread and pastries.
• Self-starter with a commercial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business growth within the bakery segment.
• Identify and target new customers and markets.
• Act as a technical partner for clients in bakery applications.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Communication and negotiation skills

Technical knowledge in bakery applications

Education

Qualification in food science or bakery technology

Job description

Overview

Job Title: New Business Development Manager

This is a home based role, with frequent travel within the UK and Europe. You will need to visit company HQ in North Oxfordshire approximately once per month for a leadership meeting.

Our client is a leading provider of high-quality edible, specialty ingredients serving the food industry. With a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer success, we partner with some of the UK and Europe s most recognized food brands.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven New Business Development Manager to join our team, with a specific focus on the bakery sector. This role requires deep technical knowledge of bakery ingredients and processes, along with a proven track record in identifying and developing new business opportunities.

Youll play a key role in expanding the organisation\'s customer base, introducing innovative oils and fats solutions, and building long-term partnerships with manufacturers, NPD teams, and key decision-makers in the bakery industry.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business growth within the bakery segment, focusing on oils, fats, and related technical ingredients.
• Identify and target new customers, markets, and product opportunities.
• Act as a technical partner for clients, offering tailored solutions that address formulation challenges and performance needs in bakery applications.
• Collaborate closely with the R&D, technical, and commercial teams to support product development and go-to-market strategies.
• Attend industry events, exhibitions, and customer meetings to promote company s product portfolio and capabilities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of trends, regulations, and innovations in bakery and oils/fats sectors.

Requirements

• Proven experience in B2B sales or business development, ideally within the food / drink sector
• Technical background or qualification in food science, bakery technology, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of bakery applications, including formulations for bread, pastries, cakes, and sweet goods.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-starter with a commercial mindset and strategic approach to business growth.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Why Join?

• Be part of a forward-thinking team driving innovation in their industry
• Work with leading food manufacturers and play a key role in shaping next-generation solutions.
• Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package.
• Opportunities for growth and development in a collaborative, people-first culture.