Store Based BDM

Mole Valley Farmers Limited; Frome; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension matching up to 5%

In-store discount up to 25%

Free parking on site

33 days annual leave

Training & development

Career progression opportunities

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail Trust benefits

Enhanced Family Leave Policies

Job summary

Mole Valley Farmers Limited is hiring a Store-Based Business Development Manager in Frome to work with agricultural customers and grow profitability through tailored solutions.

This permanent full-time role covers a 37.5-hour week (Mon-Fri). You will own your store territory, promote the full range of products and services, and build long-term relationships with customers and local communities.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of achieving sales and margin targets.
• Experience in a customer-focused sales environment.
• Strong understanding of UK agriculture or willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication, literacy, numeracy and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Achieve and exceed individual and regional sales targets.
• Grow and maintain 800–1200 active customers.
• Promote full product and service range confidently.
• Manage CRM updates, call cycles, and business plans.
• Engage with local agricultural communities via markets and events.
• Ensure health, safety and industry standards compliance.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver joined-up solutions.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer-focused

Communication skills

Literacy

Numeracy

IT skills

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Store Based BDM

Application Deadline: 28 October 2026

Department: Business Development

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Frome

Description

We’re looking for a knowledgeable and customer-focused Store-Based Business Development Manager to join our team. This is a store-based role where you’ll work closely with agricultural customers to deliver tailored solutions that support profitability and sustainable growth. If you’re passionate about agriculture and building long-term relationships, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

About The Role

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday

As Store-Based Business Development Manager, you’ll take ownership of your store-based territory, acting as a trusted advisor to your customers. You’ll promote Mole Valley’s full range of products and services, identify opportunities for growth, and deliver innovative, value-driven solutions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Achieving and exceeding individual and regional sales targets
• Growing and maintaining a ledger of 800–1200 active customers
• Promoting our full product and service range with confidence
• Managing CRM updates, call cycles, and business plans
• Providing regular updates and insights to the Regional Sales Manager
• Engaging with local agricultural communities through markets, discussion groups, and YFC events
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety and industry standards
• Collaborating with colleagues to deliver joined-up solutions

About You

• A proven track record of achieving sales and margin targets
• Experience in a customer-focused sales environment
• Strong understanding of UK agriculture or willingness to learn
• Excellent communication, literacy, numeracy, and IT skills
• Confidence in managing time effectively and working independently
• A positive, solution-focused outlook and commercial awareness

What We Offer

• Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5%
• Up to 25% colleague discount in store
• Free parking on site
• 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time colleagues)
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Plenty of career progression opportunities
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust
• Comprehensive colleague benefits
• Enhanced Family Leave Policies