Senior Business Developer - UK

ITALPIZZA SPA; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food manufacturing leader is looking for a Senior Business Developer to drive market entry in the UK. This role requires strong industry knowledge and business development expertise. Candidates must have established networks within the British retail sector and be prepared for frequent travel. The position is full-time and offers flexibility within the UK.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development and sales in the UK.
• Willingness to travel frequently across the UK and occasionally to Italy.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development efforts for branded products.
• Identify market-specific opportunities and tailor strategies.
• Build and nurture relationships with key partners.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support market entry.

Skills

Knowledge of the food industry

Established network in British GDO channel

Business development experience

Strong interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Job description

Direct message the job poster from ITALPIZZA SPA

HR Recruiting & Training Specialist @ ITALPIZZA

ITALPIZZA Group, the Italian global leader in the production and marketing of frozen pizzas, is experiencing steady and sustained growth with its flagship brand, ITALPIZZA.

To strengthen this momentum and expand our brand into the UK market, we are looking for an experienced and results-driven:

Senior Business Developer - UK

The profile will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities and driving revenue growth in alignment with our Company’s goals.

Core responsibilities:

• Lead business development efforts for branded products
• Identify market-specific opportunities and tailor strategies accordingly
• Build and nurture relationships with key partners and clients
• Collaborate with internal teams to support market entry and expansion

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of the food industry and an established network within British large-scale retail (GDO) channel
• Proven experience in business development and sales across UK
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Willingness to travel frequently across the UK and occasionally to Italy

Location: Flexible within UK (remote, with frequent travel)

ITALPIZZA Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and without discrimination. In accordance with UK employment laws, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, or any other protected characteristic.

Selection for roles is based solely on individual merit, skills, and potential.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Business Development
• Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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