Business Development Manager - Food & Commodities
£55,000 - £60,000 + 20% Annual Bonus + Private Healthcare + Life Assurance + Flexible Hours + Training & Career Progression
London, UK (Commutable from Camden, Kensington, Islington, Wembley, Hampstead, Fulham)
Are you an experienced Sales or Trading professional with a passion for the food manufacturing and commodities industry? Are you looking for an opportunity to drive business growth and develop key markets for a globally recognized trading company?
On offer is a unique opportunity to join a market leader in food commodities trading with a reputation for excellence since the 1970s.
This global business supplies raw materials and machinery to manufacturers across various industries. With a strong global network, the company provides end-to-end trading services, including marketing, logistics, finance, and after-sales support.
In this role you will play a pivotal role in developing new accounts and expanding existing relationships across the food and commodities sectors. Working in an international setting with travel opportunities, you'll be an integral part of their ambitious target to further increase revenue.
This role would suit dynamic professional with a strong commercial background and proven experience in sales, marketing, or trading, ideally within food-related commodities and raw materials.
The Role:
Business Development: Leverage the company's extensive global network to target FMCG manufacturers and ingredient distributors.
Account Management: Build and sustain robust customer relationships for year-on-year growth.
International Travel: Travel across Europe, the Middle East (e.g., Dubai, Egypt, Saudi Arabia), and the Americas to engage with clients and suppliers (up to 40 days/year).
Market Expansion: Identify new product lines and negotiate trading volumes.
Brand Building: Actively participate in marketing initiatives and trade fairsThe Person:
Proven track record in sales, marketing, or trading within the food or commodities sectors.
Experience with business development and account management
A strong commercial background with an understanding of food-related soft commodities, dairy, grains, or pulsesReference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)
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Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates