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Job Title: Business Development Director – Food (Corporate Services)
Location: No Fixed Location - Must be able to commute to London
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
About The Role:
You will be responsible for developing a strategic, multi-year growth pipeline with food as a central service offering. By building strong relationships and creating a network of influence within target client groups, you will support our ambitious growth agenda and enhance our reputation as a trusted partner.
Key Skills And Experience:
* Extensive knowledge of food market trends and client-focused service offers.
* Proven track record in business development and sales strategy within complex, service-led organisations.
* Experience of operating at senior leadership level, ideally within Corporate, Financial, or Professional Services environments.
* Strong understanding of private sector tendering, commissioning, and procurement processes.
* Exceptional client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
* Demonstrated ability to develop commercially viable, innovative service solutions.
* Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities.
* Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience required; relevant qualifications in Business, Hospitality, or related fields are highly desirable.
* Sales or bid management certifications (APMP) advantageous.
About You:
You will be a strategic, commercially minded individual with a proven ability to lead high-value business development initiatives in the food or related sectors. You bring credibility, creativity, and strong relationship-building skills to every interaction.
Key Skills and Experience:
* Extensive knowledge of food market trends and solutions.
* Strong track record in business development and sales leadership, ideally in a corporate services environment.
* Proven experience working with senior stakeholders within Financial or Professional Services sectors.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
* Experience managing complex bids and leading cross-functional teams.
* Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with internal and external partners.
* Strong commercial acumen and ability to craft bespoke, scalable solutions.
Why Join Sodexo?
We offer a dynamic and supportive working environment where innovation and ambition are encouraged. As part of a global organisation, you will have access to world-class resources, industry-leading practices, and opportunities to grow your career while making a meaningful impact.
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