Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Hybrid | Full-Time | North East Base (Seaham) | Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits

Are you a commercially driven sales professional ready to take ownership of growth in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment?

We're partnering with a dynamic and growing business in the food and drink supply sector, looking for a Business Development Manager to drive expansion across key UK B2B channels. This is a high-impact role offering autonomy, visibility, and real influence on commercial success.

The Opportunity

This role is all about growth. You'll take the lead in identifying and converting new business opportunities while nurturing existing relationships to unlock further value.

Working closely with senior leadership, you'll play a pivotal role in:

Driving revenue growth and expanding market share
Strengthening presence across wholesale, cash & carry, and food distribution
Building long-term, value-led partnerships with key customersWhat You'll Be Doing

Proactively identify, target, and secure new business opportunities
Develop and execute strategic plans aligned with ambitious growth goals
Build trusted relationships with decision-makers across the industry
Grow existing accounts through upselling and cross-selling
Manage and maintain a strong sales pipeline using CRM tools (Salesforce)
Represent the business at trade shows and industry events
Stay ahead of market trends, competitor activity, and customer needsWhat We're Looking For

Proven success in business development or new business sales
Experience within cash & carry, wholesale, food distribution, or food & beverage
Track record of exceeding sales and revenue targets
Strong commercial awareness and solution-focused mindset
Confident communicator with excellent relationship-building skills
Comfortable negotiating with buyers and senior stakeholders
CRM experience (Salesforce preferred)
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travelWhat's in It for You?

Competitive package including car allowance
Hybrid / Remote - 4 days on the road 1 admin from home
Company contribution pension scheme
Life insurance
Access to employee benefits platform
Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access
A role where your impact is visible, valued and rewardedWhy Apply?

This is more than just a sales role-it's a chance to shape growth, influence strategy, and build something meaningful within a thriving business.

If you're ambitious, commercially sharp, and ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

REF: INDSR