Business Development Manager

Are you a driven sales professional with a passion for winning new business? Do you thrive on developing fresh opportunities and building long-term partnerships? We’re recruiting an Business Development Manager for a leading foodservice supplier, covering the Lake District. This role is perfect for someone who loves being out in the field, opening doors, and growing a territory through proactive, strategic new business development. In this fast-paced, autonomous role, around 80% of your focus will be on generating new business, with the remaining 20% on nurturing and developing existing accounts. What you’ll be doing as a Business Development Manager: Win new business * Proactively identify, target, and convert new customers across the Lake District. * Build a strong pipeline through canvassing, networking, and local market insight. * Present tailored solutions that showcase value, quality, and commercial advantage. Grow and retain existing accounts * Strengthen relationships with current customers, ensuring exceptional service and retention. * Identify growth opportunities by analysing spend, spotting gaps, and optimising product mix. Drive commercial performance * Deliver sustainable sales and profit growth in line with ambitious territory targets. * Use market knowledge to spot trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities. Collaborate to deliver a great customer experience * Partner with internal Category Specialists to support customer development and menu solutions. Stay accountable * Maintain accurate reporting, ensuring KPIs such as call rate, pipeline activity, and new business wins are met. What we’re looking for: * A results-driven Business Development Manager with a strong background in new business development. * Proven ability to exceed targets and grow a territory from both new and existing customers. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly. * Commercially astute, proactive, and confident working independently. * A full UK driving licence. What’s on offer: * £38,000 - £42,000 base salary * £7,000 car allowance * Uncapped OTE of £12-£15k+ * Contributory pension scheme * 25 days holiday + bank holidays * A wide range of additional company benefits This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the Lake District territory, drive significant new business growth, and make a real impact within a market-leading organisation known for quality, service, and strong customer partnerships. If you’re motivated, ambitious, and ready for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you