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Business Development Manager – Foodservice Wholesale (Hampshire)
Salary & Benefits: £38,000–£40,000 + generous commission + company car + 25 days holiday Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
This role is ideal for an energetic new business hunter who thrives on prospecting, relationship-building, and turning cold leads into long-term customers in the foodservice, hospitality, and catering sector.
The company is a growing, highly reputable wholesaler with a strong reputation for customer service, agility, and genuine business relationships.
Responsibilities
- Own and grow new business development across a defined Hampshire territory.
- Identify prospects, build a strong pipeline, and engage key decision-makers.
- Convert opportunities into active, loyal accounts with the support of an experienced internal team.
- Ensure every new customer experiences a smooth, positive onboarding process.
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Requirements
- Proven experience in field sales or business development.
- A hunter mindset—passionate about prospecting and new business growth.
- Strong outreach, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Resilience, determination, and positivity in high-pressure sales environments.
- Experience in foodservice, FMCG, hospitality, or catering supply is a strong advantage.
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What’s On Offer?
- Basic salary: £38,000–£40,000 (depending on experience).
- Performance-related bonus (generous commission structure).
- Company car, smartphone, and laptop.
- Company pension scheme.
- Non-contributory cash health plan.
- Life insurance.
- Discounted or free food benefits (to aid your work in foodservice).
This role offers the chance to grow a territory independently, backed by a supportive internal team. Perfect for a driven, results-focused professional who loves hunting, opening doors, and building lasting client relationships.
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