Business Development Manager
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £40000 – £45000/annum
Business Development Manager
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Northampton – Office Based
Are you a passionate and talented National Accounts Manager / Business Development Manager?
Are you target driven / results orientated with strong mental resilience and a determination to succeed?
Do you have a proven track record of achievement within the Food sector?
If you are seeking a new challenge / the next step in your career, this could be the role that you have been looking for…
We are looking for an ambitious and dedicated Business Development Manager, with account management experience, to join this growing chilled food business based near Northampton.
You will also be responsible and accountable for the development of business within a designated portfolio of accounts as well as hunting new accounts.
Role / Responsibilities:
To identify, and agree, an annual sales plan / budget for relevant customers.
Effectively manage / oversee all sales activities relating to relevant customers.
Act as the primary interface between the company and relevant customers.
Responsible for monthly, quarterly and full year dales forecasting.
Utilise data from customers, consumers, market and category intelligence to analyse and improve performance.
Continuously seek new customer opportunities within target sectors
Support the customer by delivering clear sales, marketing and promotional plans.
Promote new products.
Represent the business at conferences, trade fairs and networking events.
The Individual:
ü Demonstrable track record of achievement within a similar role.
ü Significant sales experience in branded food products.
ü Excellent presentation and communication skills (both written and verbal) – able to communicate cross functionally and build trust with internal and external customers.
ü Financially numerate with proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
ü Good commercial awareness and acumen.
ü Capable of developing and demonstrating in-depth knowledge of products and services.
ü Excellent organisational and time management skills.
ü Full Driving license and happy to conduct customer visits.
The successful candidate will be rewarded with a competitive package including a basic salary in the region of £40-45K dependant on skills and experience. This is a wonderful time to join a growing business that is competing strongly but still has the potential for exceptional growth.
This role may be suitable for you if you have a proven track record as a: National Account Manager, Business Development Manager, Commercial Manager, Commercial Executive, National Account Executive, Business Development Executive, Sales Executive, BDE
More Information
- Address Northampton
