Senior Sales Manager

Business Development Manager – Reading and Surrounding | £50,000-£75,000

Take the lead as a Business Development Manager in a high-growth fresh food business where your impact is visible, valued, and rewarded.

We’re recruiting for a Business Development Manager in the North West to join an ambitious and fast-scaling operation within fresh food distribution. This is a standout opportunity to step into a strategic, high-impact role where you’ll shape sales direction, influence growth, and build something truly meaningful in a thriving FMCG environment.

Why apply for this Business Development Manager role?

You’ll be stepping into more than just a role – you’ll be building a future:

• You’ll earn a competitive salary of £50,000 – £75,000 depending on experience
• You’ll have the opportunity to benefit from equity with genuine long- term value
• You’ll enjoy real autonomy to shape strategy and influence business direction
• You’ll be part of a high-growth fresh food distribution business with strong ambitions
• You’ll work in a supportive, energetic culture where success is recognised
• You’ll gain exposure to leadership decision-making and strategic planning
• You’ll have clear progression opportunities as the business expands

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and develop strong relationships across the FMCG and fresh food distribution markets
• Deliver both quick wins and long-term revenue growth strategies
• Identify new business opportunities and influence product and service development
• Lead, coach, and grow a high-performing sales team
• Contribute market insight to support wider business strategy
• Drive a culture focused on customer excellence and commercial success

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience within fresh food distribution or FMCG sectors
• A strong network and ability to generate commercial opportunities
• Experience building or leading successful sales teams
• Confidence influencing senior stakeholders and shaping strategy
• A proactive, driven approach suited to a fast-paced environment
• A passion for delivering exceptional customer outcomes

Location: Reading

Role: Business Development Manager

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