Business Development Manager

The Rewards and Benefits on Offer;Full time and permanent opportunityHybrid workingCompany car allowanceCompetitive starting salaryCompany Contribution Pension SchemeLife InsuranceEmployee Benefits PlatformEmployee Assistance Programme & 24/7 GP AccessThe Company you will be working with;MTrec Commercial are proudly representing our industry leading client on their search for an experienced Business Development Manager to join the team on a full time and permanent basis. If you have experience within cash & carry, wholesale, food distribution or the food & beverage sector, then please apply for an immediate response!The Role you will be doing;We are seeking a proactive and commercially driven Business Development Manager to accelerate growth across key UK B2B channels. This role will focus on identifying, developing and securing new business opportunities, while also expanding existing accounts through value led solutions and long-term partnerships.You will be instrumental in driving revenue growth, increasing market share and strengthening the companys presence across cash & carry, wholesale, food distribution and food & beverage sectors.Reporting directly to the Senior Commercial Manager, this is a highly visible role offering autonomy, influence and the opportunity to have real impact on the commercial direction of the business.If you have the relevant experience and you are based in a location that allows you to comfortably travel across Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds and the wider North of England, we'd love to hear from youKey ResponsibilitiesProactively identify, target and convert new business opportunitiesDevelop and execute business development strategies aligned with company growth objectivesBuild and maintain strong relationships with key decision makers across target marketsExpand existing customer accounts by identifying upsell and cross sell opportunitiesManage and maintain an active sales pipeline using Salesforce CRMRepresent the company professionally at trade shows, exhibitions and industry eventsMonitor market trends, competitor activity and customer insights to inform strategy.About You;Proven experience in a Business Development Role.Background within cash & carry, wholesale, food distribution or the food & beverage sectorDemonstrable success in achieving and exceeding sales and revenue targetsStrong commercial acumen with a solution-focused mindsetExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsConfident negotiating at buyer and senior stakeholder levelStrong IT skills and experience using CRM systems (Salesforce preferred)Full UK driving licence and own vehicleWilling to travel across the North East Region.TPBN1_UKTJ