At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and manage a Yorkshire territory, generating new business and maintaining customer relationships.
- Company: Join a successful and ambitious organisation focused on foodservice and customer experience.
- Benefits: Enjoy autonomy in managing your territory and recognition for your contributions.
- Other info: A full UK driving licence is necessary for this field-based position.
- Why this job: This role offers the chance to grow your career in a supportive team environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in foodservice or a similar sector with strong business development skills is required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 48000 £ per year.
As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for developing and managing a Yorkshire territory, identifying new opportunities and building long-term relationships with both new and existing customers. You will work closely with internal teams to maximise sales, grow margin and deliver an exceptional customer experience.
Key responsibilities:
- Proactively generating new business across your territory.
- Managing and growing an existing customer base.
- Delivering against sales and margin targets.
- Building and maintaining a healthy prospect pipeline.
- Planning your own territory activity and customer visits.
- Working collaboratively with internal teams to support campaigns and service delivery.
- Maintaining accurate CRM activity, reporting and administration.
Skills & Experience:
- Commercially sharp, self‑motivated and confident working in a field‑based environment.
- Experience within foodservice, food, drink or a similar sector, along with a strong track record in business development and account management.
- Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
- A customer‑focused and professional approach.
- Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
- Strong IT and administrative skills.
- A full UK driving licence.
Opportunity:
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business where your contribution will be recognised and valued. You will be part of a supportive team, with the autonomy to manage your territory and the opportunity to grow your career within a successful and ambitious organisation.
Business Development Manager (Foodservice) in Harrogate employer: The Oval Partnership
This organisation values contributions and offers a supportive team atmosphere. Located in Yorkshire, it focuses on delivering exceptional customer experiences in the foodservice industry. Employees enjoy autonomy and opportunities for career growth.
