Business Development Executive - Foodservice
CPM has an exciting opportunity to join us on behalf of Taylors of Harrogate, a well-known, family-run company with over 100 years of experience crafting exceptional tea and coffee, including their much-loved Yorkshire Tea and Taylors Coffee brands.
Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum (depending on experience) + 15% performance bonus.
Ideal location: Wakefield, United Kingdom, WF1
Territory covering: Bradford, Carlisle, Durham, Darlington, Halifax, Lancaster, Leeds, Newcastle, Galashiels, Wakefield, York and surrounding areas.
The job has two halves. First, you'll make Taylors the tea and coffee that wholesale depots recommend to their customers. Second, you'll win new business directly with cafés, restaurants, and independent and franchised hotels, then work with wholesalers to turn that interest into lasting distribution.
What You'll Do
- Win over wholesale depots: build trusted relationships with depot teams so Taylors is front of mind whenever their customers talk tea and coffee.
- Stay visible: visit depots regularly and represent Taylors at trade and networking events.
- Find new business: generate your own leads in hospitality by phone, email and face-to-face visits, and win new venues.
- Turn interest into distribution: work with wholesale partners so every new venue becomes a lasting customer.
- Grow your accounts: keep in regular contact with the venues you win and build long-term relationships.
- Run your territory: plan your own journeys and week across a large patch.
Who We're Looking For
Previous wholesale experience is essential, ideally in food, drink or FMCG. That might be in field sales, depot sales or telesales at a wholesaler, or at a supplier brand selling through wholesale. If you know how a depot works and how to get its team recommending your product, we want to hear from you.
You’ll also need:
- Confidence finding and approaching your own leads by phone, email and in person
- Experience planning your own journeys and managing your own diary
- A full UK driving licence and your own vehicle
Perks & Benefits
- £32,000 + 15% performance bonus
- Flexible hours -37.5 hours Monday to Friday
- Full time Monday - Friday
- Holiday Package: Recoup with 20 days of holiday plus bank holidays, extending by one day each year of service up to 31.
- Pension Plan: Secure your future with a pension plan.
- Life Assurance: Enjoy peace of mind knowing you have 1 x life assurance
- Employee Assist Programme: Prioritise your well-being with professional guidance whenever you need it.
- Peppy: Confidential access to expert health support across areas like fertility, menopause, pregnancy, and more.
- DIGICARE+ App: Enjoy convenient access to second opinions from doctors, personalised counselling sessions and expert nutritionist advice.
At CPM, we are proud to foster an inclusive work environment. We believe in a workplace that celebrates the unique perspectives and skills of all individuals believing this makes us stronger and more innovative.
Should you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please don't hesitate to let us know. Our goal is to help you feel comfortable and confident, allowing you to showcase your unique skills and abilities to their fullest potential.
CPM has been accredited Investors in People Gold award and places great importance on the training and development of our people. We work in a cooperative environment where great ideas and achievements are shared and celebrated.
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Business Development Executive - Foodservice in Wakefield employer: CPM UK
At CPM UK, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering flexible working hours that fit around your lifestyle while providing opportunities for growth within the merchandising field. Our supportive work culture encourages collaboration and innovation, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to make a difference in their role. With the chance to work across various high street and grocery stores in the beautiful Oban area, you will enjoy a dynamic work environment that keeps each day fresh and engaging.
