Business Development Manager – Premium Ambient Foods
£40,000 to £45,000 Basic, choice of company car or car allowance, bonus + benefits
This is an outstanding opportunity for a proactive & proven sales professional who wants to join a rapidly expanding manufacturer…
The Company
- Established & successful manufacturer of niche premium food products
- Hands on, respectful and fun culture
- Part of a larger group with significant investment planned to grow the business
- Rapidly expanding SME, high quality products
- Very strong in the foodservice sector selling to foodservice customers
- Also strong presence in the food manufacturing sector
- Targeting new sales channels to grow the business
- Excellent career development opportunities for energetic, driven & ambitious individuals
The Role
- Brand new role to target and develop a new sales channel for the company
- Objective is to develop new business within the fine food/gifting food retail channel
- To bring on new business, manage the business and build this channel
- Targeting and developing both Group & Independent Retail Customers
- Targeted accounts will include Garden Centres, Farm Shops, Delicatessens, Food Halls, Gift Shops
- Group accounts will be a major focus although the jobholder will have full backing to develop business with independent, key & group accounts across retailers within this channel
- The role will be on a UK wide basis with a lot of travel
The Person
- Proven track record in successfully developing new business within this channel
- Ideally well connected with relevant key accounts across Garden Centres, Food halls, Farm Shops etc
- A successful track record developing new business with relevant independent retail accounts ie garden centres, farm shops, delicatessens etc will also be considered
- Must come from either the food or drinks sector
- We may also consider an outstanding sales professional from the foodservice sector although experience opening & managing specialist retail accounts would be very much preferred
- A likeable, engaging, energetic, happy and positive personality is essential
- Enjoys working in a small, entrepreneurial food manufacturing business.
- Is comfortable wearing multiple hats and being hands-on.
- Wants to help grow a premium food brand rather than work in a large corporate environment.
- Comfortable with extensive travel and overnight stays. Ideally based in the Midlands but we will consider strong candidates regardless of living location.
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Business Development Manager employer: Harris Carlton
Harris Carlton is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the foodservice industry. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities while enjoying a competitive salary, bonuses, and a company car. Working in the vibrant North West and West Midlands region, you'll be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your career aspirations.
