Senior Business Development Manager

Zachary Daniels; Worth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing FMCG aligned retail services business is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to drive growth in the South East. This role involves ownership of a high-potential territory, building relationships with retailers and partners, and introducing a suite of services to enhance retail performance. Ideal candidates will have proven B2B sales experience and a consultative sales style. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated individual looking to shape a region's future and contribute to a successful business.

Benefits

Bonus

Car allowance

Qualifications

• Proven field-based B2B sales experience within FMCG, wholesale, retail, or a related environment.
• A track record of developing territories or growing under penetrated regions.
• Confidence in generating opportunities with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of a region with significant untapped potential.
• Build strong relationships with partners and independent retailers.
• Introduce a comprehensive range of retail services.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Building relationships

Proactive approach

Consultative sales style

Leadership experience

Job description

Senior Business Development Manager - FMCG / Retail £50,000-£55,000 + bonus + car allowance South East England

A growing FMCG aligned retail services business with a brilliant reputation in the market is expanding its UK footprint and is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to unlock a high potential territory across the South East.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a business on a strong growth trajectory, where your contributions as a Senior Business Development Manager will directly shape the success of the region and the wider business. You'll work with independent retailers, wholesale partners, and multi-site operators to introduce a broad suite of services that support retail performance and drive growth.

You'll :

• Take full ownership of a region with significant untapped potential, shaping its growth strategy and outcomes as the Senior Business Development Manager in this territory
• Build strong relationships with independent retailers, wholesale partners, and multi-site operators
• Introduce a comprehensive range of retail services spanning operational solutions, commercial tools, and wholesale support
• Identify opportunities, open doors, and expand the business in a market with huge upside potential
• Operate with autonomy, resilience, and a strategic mindset to deliver tangible impact
• Provide leadership support to a wider regional team of BDMs

You'll need :

• Proven field-based B2B sales experience within FMCG, wholesale, retail, or a related environment
• A track record of developing territories or growing under penetrated regions
• Confidence in generating your own opportunities with a proactive approach
• A consultative, relationship led sales style
• Leadership and key account level experience highly desirable, along with a strong understanding of the retail landscape
• A long-term mindset, integrity, and the drive to contribute meaningfully to a growing business

This Senior Business Development Manager role is perfect for someone motivated by growth, ownership, and the opportunity to shape a region's future.