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Field Based Business Development Manager - Food Service, Preston, Lancashire
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Location:
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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3
Posted:
04.06.2025
Expiry Date:
19.07.2025
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Job Description:
An established and forward-thinking foodservice provider is looking for a motivated Business Development Manager to join its expanding team.
With a strong presence across the Midlands, Southeast, and Southwest regions, the business is known for delivering exceptional service and embracing innovation.
Driven by a supportive culture, the team works collaboratively, focusing on customer satisfaction and internal teamwork. The business aims to set new benchmarks in UK foodservice.
The Role
This is a field-based role managing a specific geographic territory in central London. The successful candidate will generate new business and maintain relationships with existing clients. Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager and supported by a dedicated customer service contact, this role is key to regional growth.
A Basic DBS Check will be required.
Core Responsibilities
* Drive revenue growth by exceeding sales targets
* Secure new accounts and develop profitable client relationships
* Maintain existing business and identify expansion opportunities
* Deliver high standards of service through client engagement
* Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to improve offerings and market reach
* Enhance company visibility through proactive networking and strategy
* Complete reports and administrative tasks timely
What We're Looking For
* Confident, adaptable communicator who performs under pressure
* Detail-oriented with a customer-first approach
* Experience in sales, account management, or business development in foodservice is essential.
* Knowledge of food products and hospitality or leisure sectors
* Skilled negotiator comfortable influencing at multiple levels
* Enthusiastic team player valuing relationships and service
* Highly organized, self-driven, positive, and strategic
* Proficient with standard computer systems (training provided)
* Strong commercial awareness and market understanding
What You’ll Receive
* A competitive salary package
* Company car, mobile phone, and laptop
* Pension
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Food product discounts
If you have experience in sales, account management, or business development within foodservice, we would love to hear from you soon.
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