Senior Business Development Manager - FMCG Industry
South Wales
Annual salary £36k - £40k
Quarterly bonus
Yolk Recruitment are working with a well-established FMCG business that's looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join their growing commercial team. This role covers South Wales and offers a great mix of managing existing customer relationships and developing new business opportunities.
The role:
You'll be responsible for around 60% account management and 40% new business development. That means looking after existing customers - ensuring they're getting the best service, spotting opportunities for growth, and keeping them engaged - while also identifying and winning new accounts across the region.
This is a hands-on, field-based role that would suit someone who enjoys building strong relationships, understands FMCG or foodservice sales, and takes pride in delivering results.
What you'll be doing:
Managing a portfolio of existing accounts across South Wales
Building long-term relationships and identifying upsell opportunities
Prospecting and securing new customers within retail, foodservice, and hospitality
Working closely with internal teams to ensure great service delivery
Support managing van sales reps
Reporting on sales performance and market trendsWhat we're looking for:
Field sales experience
Proven experience in business development or account management
Background in FMCG or food manufacturing preferred but not essential
Strong relationship builder with excellent communication skills
Self-motivated, results-driven, and comfortable working independently
Full UK driving licencePackage:
Basic salary of £36k - £40k
Quarterly performance bonusIf you're an ambitious sales professional who's passionate about the FMCG industry and enjoys a balance of nurturing existing accounts and developing new ones, we'd love to hear from you