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Business Development Manager

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Posted on May 12, 2026 by CV-Library
Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Sales
Immediate Start
£50k - £100k Annual
Full-Time
Business Development Manager (UK)

• Hybrid – Full Time
• Office base in Seaham
• Car Allowance
• Company Contribution Pension Scheme
• Life Insurance
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Programme & 24/7 GP Access

An exciting opportunity to join a leading multi-site food manufacturing business operating exclusively within B2B markets. The company has a strong reputation for quality, consistency, and service, with ambitious growth plans and a well-established presence across the UK.

The Role
Seeking a proactive and commercially driven Business Development Manager to accelerate growth across key UK B2B channels, particularly within the Southern region. The role will focus on identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities while also growing existing accounts through long-term partnerships and value-led solutions.

This is a highly visible role with strong autonomy and the opportunity to directly influence the commercial growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities
• Identifying and converting new business opportunities
• Developing and executing business development strategies
• Building relationships with key decision makers across target sectors
• Growing existing accounts through upselling and cross-selling opportunities
• Managing and maintaining a strong sales pipeline via CRM systems
• Representing the business at trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events
• Monitoring market trends and competitor activity to support commercial strategy

Requirements
• Proven background in business development or new business sales
• Experience within cash & carry, wholesale, food distribution, or food & beverage sectors
• Strong track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets
• Commercially astute with a solution-focused approach
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• CRM experience, ideally Salesforce
• Full UK driving licence and own vehicle

Reference: 225097328

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CV-Library

Business Development Manager

CV-Library

Posted on May 12, 2026 by CV-Library

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Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Sales
Immediate Start
£50k - £100k Annual
Full-Time
Business Development Manager (UK)

• Hybrid – Full Time
• Office base in Seaham
• Car Allowance
• Company Contribution Pension Scheme
• Life Insurance
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Programme & 24/7 GP Access

An exciting opportunity to join a leading multi-site food manufacturing business operating exclusively within B2B markets. The company has a strong reputation for quality, consistency, and service, with ambitious growth plans and a well-established presence across the UK.

The Role
Seeking a proactive and commercially driven Business Development Manager to accelerate growth across key UK B2B channels, particularly within the Southern region. The role will focus on identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities while also growing existing accounts through long-term partnerships and value-led solutions.

This is a highly visible role with strong autonomy and the opportunity to directly influence the commercial growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities
• Identifying and converting new business opportunities
• Developing and executing business development strategies
• Building relationships with key decision makers across target sectors
• Growing existing accounts through upselling and cross-selling opportunities
• Managing and maintaining a strong sales pipeline via CRM systems
• Representing the business at trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events
• Monitoring market trends and competitor activity to support commercial strategy

Requirements
• Proven background in business development or new business sales
• Experience within cash & carry, wholesale, food distribution, or food & beverage sectors
• Strong track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets
• Commercially astute with a solution-focused approach
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• CRM experience, ideally Salesforce
• Full UK driving licence and own vehicle
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Reference: 225097328

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