Business Development Manager - Fresh Produce - #2085327

Duties:

• Identify and qualify new business opportunities across key target sectors (restaurants, hotels, healthcare, etc.)
• Build and maintain a strong network within the foodservice industry
• Generate and follow up on leads, both self-sourced and from other areas of the business
• Develop and deliver tailored pitches, proposals, and product solutions
• Negotiate commercial terms and close new business with confidence
• Ensure a smooth on-boarding process and develop the initial sales basket with new clients
• Collaborate with internal teams (purchasing, logistics, account management) to ensure customer satisfaction and retention
• Maintain up-to-date market and product knowledge

• A proven track record in B2B sales, ideally in foodservice, hospitality, or catering supply
• A strong existing network of contacts in the foodservice or hospitality sector
• Commercially savvy, with the ability to identify customer pain points and provide real solutions
• A self-starter with initiative, resilience, and a results-driven mindset
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• A genuine interest in fresh produce and building long-term partnerships

To be considered for this role you MUST have current experience in fresh produce/fruit.