Business Developer

Company: Parkside
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Location: London
Job Description:

Job Title: Business Developer (Field Sales)  Location: UK (Field-Based)Salary: Up to £30,000 (DOE) + Target-Driven BonusBenefits: Fully Expensed Company Car + Additional Benefits

About the OpportunityOur client, a globally recognised brand is seeking a driven and ambitious Business Developer to join their UK team. This is a fantastic opportunity to represent a well-established product with a loyal customer base, while playing a key role in expanding market presence across high-growth channels. This field-based role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, identifying new opportunities, and delivering measurable sales results in a fast-paced environment.

The RoleAs a Business Developer, you will be responsible for driving distribution, increasing product visibility, and growing sales across independent retailers, franchise convenience stores, foodservice outlets, and specialist markets. You will act as a brand ambassador, building strong partnerships with customers while identifying and securing new business opportunities. Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and grow accounts within independent and retail markets
  • Identify and convert new business opportunities into long-term partnerships
  • Manage and expand existing customer accounts to increase sales performance
  • Drive distribution across franchise convenience groups (e.g. symbol groups and independents)
  • Collaborate with distributors to maximise coverage and overcome supply challenges
  • Execute in-store activities including merchandising, POS placement, and promotions
  • Deliver product training and support to retail partners
  • Monitor market trends and competitor activity, providing insights to internal teams
  • Support payment collection processes in collaboration with finance and sales teams
  • Represent the business at trade events, exhibitions, and sampling campaigns

About You

  • Previous sales or field sales experience is desirable
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Confident, personable, and target-driven
  • Highly organised with excellent time management skills
  • Able to work both independently and as part of a wider team
  • Commercially aware with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
  • Willingness to travel across the UK, including occasional overnight stays

Requirements

  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Flexibility to travel and occasional weekend work

What’s on Offer

  • Base salary with performance-related bonus
  • Fully expensed company car
  • Opportunity to work with a respected, international brand
  • Autonomy in a field-based role with strong career development potential
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment

Apply NowIf you are a motivated sales professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion….

Posted: March 25th, 2026