Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager Hybrid | Full-Time | North East Base (Seaham) | Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits Are you a commercially driven sales professional ready to take ownership of growth in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment? We're partnering with a dynamic and growing business in the food and drink supply sector, looking for a Business Development Manager to drive expansion across key UK B2B channels. This is a high-impact role offering autonomy, visibility, and real influence on commercial success. The Opportunity This role is all about growth. You'll take the lead in identifying and converting new business opportunities while nurturing existing relationships to unlock further value. Working closely with senior leadership, you'll play a pivotal role in: Driving revenue growth and expanding market share Strengthening presence across wholesale, cash & carry, and food distribution Building long-term, value-led partnerships with key customersWhat You'll Be Doing Proactively identify, target, and secure new business opportunities Develop and execute strategic plans aligned with ambitious growth goals Build trusted relationships with decision-makers across the industry Grow existing accounts through upselling and cross-selling Manage and maintain a strong sales pipeline using CRM tools (Salesforce) Represent the business at trade shows and industry events Stay ahead of market trends, competitor activity, and customer needsWhat We're Looking For Proven success in business development or new business sales Experience within cash & carry, wholesale, food distribution, or food & beverage Track record of exceeding sales and revenue targets Strong commercial awareness and solution-focused mindset Confident communicator with excellent relationship-building skills Comfortable negotiating with buyers and senior stakeholders CRM experience (Salesforce preferred) Full UK driving licence and willingness to travelWhat's in It for You? Competitive package including car allowance Hybrid / Remote - 4 days on the road 1 admin from home Company contribution pension scheme Life insurance Access to employee benefits platform Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access A role where your impact is visible, valued and rewardedWhy Apply? This is more than just a sales role-it's a chance to shape growth, influence strategy, and build something meaningful within a thriving business. If you're ambitious, commercially sharp, and ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. REF: INDSR