New Business Development Manager

FMCG JOBS; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run wholesale business in Peterborough seeks a New Business Development Manager to drive growth. The ideal candidate will excel in acquiring new customers, building partnerships, and shaping sales strategies. This position offers competitive salary, performance bonuses, and the chance to make a significant impact in a vibrant team. If you're self-motivated and ready to take ownership in an exciting environment, apply now to join a business on a rapid growth journey.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Career development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Autonomy in role

Qualifications

• Proven track record in new business development within wholesale, FMCG, or QSR.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to spot and convert opportunities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivation and resilience in a target-driven environment.
• A passion for growth and a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Drive new customer acquisition across FMCG, QSR, and wholesale channels.
• Build strong pipelines and convert opportunities into long-term partnerships.
• Understand market trends and competitor activity to identify new growth areas.
• Represent the business at client meetings and industry events.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to shape sales strategy.

Skills

New business development

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

Self-motivation

Resilience

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

New Business Development Manager – Wholesale (Peterborough)

Location: Peterborough (with travel to clients)
Salary: Competitive package + bonus + benefits

FMCG Jobs is delighted to partner with a rapidly expanding, family-run wholesale business with ambitious growth plans. Proud of their entrepreneurial spirit, they have built strong relationships across the FMCG and QSR sectors and are now looking for a dynamic New Business Development Manager to help with their next phase of growth.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a close-knit, passionate team where your ideas and drive will make a real impact. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love winning new business, this role will give you the freedom and autonomy to truly shape our future.

The Role

As our New Business Development Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of our growth strategy, identifying and securing new opportunities within the FMCG, QSR, and wholesale markets. This role is heavily new business focused – we’re looking for a hunter!

You’ll be responsible for:

• Driving new customer acquisition across FMCG, QSR, and wholesale channels.
• Building strong pipelines and converting opportunities into long-term partnerships.
• Understanding market trends and competitor activity to identify new growth areas.
• Representing the business at client meetings, trade shows, and industry events.
• Collaborating with our leadership team to shape sales strategy and deliver ambitious growth targets.

What We’re Looking For

We want someone who’s hungry for success and loves the challenge of opening doors and creating opportunities. Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Proven track record in new business development within wholesale, FMCG, or QSR.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to spot and convert opportunities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivation and resilience – someone who thrives in a target-driven environment.
• A passion for growth and a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset.

What’s in it for You

• The chance to be part of an ambitious, family-run business where your input truly matters.
• A fast-paced, exciting environment with plenty of autonomy.
• Competitive salary + performance bonus + benefits.
• Opportunities for career development as the business continues to expand.
• A supportive team culture that celebrates success.

This is more than just a sales role – it’s an opportunity to be a driving force in a business that’s on a rapid growth journey.

If you’re ready to take ownership, win new business, and grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Apply today and let’s start the conversation.