Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

We are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a rapidly growing confectionary/chocolate food wholesaler.

The Company:
A wholesaler who have been supplying food, packaging, ingredients and equipment to customers for more than fifty years. All B2B Customers such as Manufacturers, Independent shops/chains, Chocolatiers and Food Service. This business has experienced over 46% growth over the last year and is still growing!

The Role:
This is a field based position visiting clients predominantly in the south of the country. Developing existing customers whilst actively seeking out new opportunities

The Ideal candidate:
•    B2B sales experience / Ingredients experience 
•    Ideally a passionate foodie with a love of chocolate.
•    The ability to build strong customer relationships 
•    A can do attitude to develop new business 
•    Able to identify customers’ needs and provide appropriate solutions 
•    Strong negotiation skills
•    Driven and self-motivated
•    A team player that likes a challenge 
•    Sales experience gained within one of the following sectors Confectionary/Bakery/Desserts would be advantegous 

Whats on offer:
•    Circa £45 - £50k Salary DOE + car allowance (negotiable)  + Bonus 
•    Phone, Laptop, Company benefits