Business Development Manager – FMCG / Confectionery
£35,000 – £50,000 + Company Car or Car Allowance
Field-Based – Bradford, Yorkshire & Surrounding Areas
We’re supporting a well‑established Sweets Manufacturer in Bradford in their search for an experienced Business Development Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing FMCG business known for producing high‑quality confectionery products supplied across the UK.
This role combines Key Account Management with New Business Development, managing some of the company’s top customer accounts while also identifying and securing new opportunities across multiple channels.
The Role
As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for driving growth across the Distributor, Wholesaler, Retail, and Commercial sectors. This is a field‑based role covering Yorkshire and the surrounding regions.
Key Responsibilities
Managing and developing several of the company's top key accounts
Growing existing customer accounts through strategic account planning
Prospecting, pitching, and securing new business opportunities
Selling confectionery and sweet goods into distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and commercial customers
Identifying category opportunities and supporting product growth
Regular face‑to‑face customer visits across Yorkshire and surrounding areas
Maintaining accurate CRM updates and reporting into senior management
What We’re Looking For
Proven Sales experience within FMCG
Experience within confectionery, sweet goods, or food sales is highly desirable, but not essential
Background selling into distribution, wholesale, and retail would be a strong advantage
Strong Key Account Management experience, particularly with high‑value customers
A relationship‑builder with strong commercial awareness
Highly self‑motivated, organised, and confident in a field‑based environment
Full UK driving licence
What’s on Offer
£35,000 – £50,000 basic salary (DOE)
Company car or car allowance
Field‑based role with autonomy and flexibility
Opportunity to manage and grow high‑profile customer accounts
Supportive, expanding manufacturer with a strong brand in the market
Apply or Enquire
For more information or to apply, please contact:
Shannon Clough – Interaction Recruitment Leeds
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