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 trends
What 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 licence
Package:
* Basic salary of £36k - £40k
* Quarterly performance bonus
If 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.