An exciting opportunity has arisen with a growing, privately owned flavour house at the forefront of innovation in the health and wellness space. Following significant business growth, they are seeking a commercially driven and strategic Business Development Manager to lead and expand their Health & Wellness category.
This is a pivotal role focused on driving revenue, increasing market share, and building long-term partnerships across a dynamic and fast-evolving sector.
This position will have hybrid working so location is flexible within the UK, with some home working and travel to customer sites in the UK and occasional travel within Europe.
The Role
As Business Development Manager, you will take ownership of the Health & Wellness category for flavours, identifying new opportunities and leading strategic growth initiatives across key markets.
You will:
Identify and win new business for our flavours across sports nutrition, protein powders, functional and sports drinks, hydration sachets and more.
* Develop and execute a clear commercial strategy aligned with ambitious growth targets
* Build, manage, and grow relationships with key clients and partners
* Lead and expand the health & wellness team, fostering a high-performance culture
* Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, marketing, and operations to drive innovation and market success
About You
You are a results-driven commercial professional with a strong background in B2B sales and a passion for the health and wellness sector.
You will bring:
* Proven success in a senior sales or business development role
* Experience within health & wellness, sports nutrition, food ingredients, or flavours
* A strong track record of delivering revenue growth and market expansion
* Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
* Strategic thinking with a highly commercial mindset
* The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Desirable Experience
* Experience working with flavour houses or functional ingredients
* An established network within the health & wellness industry
* Exposure to international markets