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Business Development Executive - London & Inner M25 Are you a driven sales professional who thrives on winning new business and building lasting customer relationships? You will be working for a business that is a successful and growing supplier of premium food, confectionery, and gifting products, supplying a wide range of retail and foodservice customers across the UK. Owing to continued expansion, they are seeking an ambitious Business Development Executive to drive growth across London and the Inner M25 territory. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded, self motivated individual who enjoys developing new business, managing customer relationships, and working autonomously within a high-potential territory. Covering London and the Inner M25 region, you will be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities while also developing an existing customer base. Target customers include: Independent retailers, gift shops, convenience stores, delicatessens and speciality food retailers, garden centres, visitor attractions and tourist destinations, travel and transport retail outlets, foodservice operators. The role is heavily focused on business development, with approximately 80% of your time dedicated to generating new opportunities and 20% focused on account management and customer retention. Key Responsibilities: Identify, prospect, and secure new business opportunities across the territory Build and maintain strong relationships with both prospective and existing customers Manage and develop your own customer portfolio Plan and organise customer visits and appointments effectively Present new product launches, seasonal ranges, and promotional opportunities Negotiate commercial agreements and maximise sales opportunities Maintain accurate customer records and pipeline activity using CRM systems Monitor competitor activity and identify market trends and opportunities Collaborate with internal sales, marketing, and customer service teams Attend trade shows, exhibitions, and customer events when required Deliver sales growth in line with agreed targets and objectives We are looking for a highly motivated and results-driven sales professional who can demonstrate: Previous experience in field sales, business development, or account management A proven track record of winning and developing new business Strong communication and relationship-building skills Excellent organisational and time management abilities Commercial awareness and a customer-focused approach The ability to work independently and manage a busy territory Experience using CRM systems and managing a sales pipeline Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications A full UK driving licence Experience selling into retail, foodservice, gift, convenience, garden centre, visitor attraction, or speciality food sectors would be highly advantageous, although not essential. What's on Offer? Competitive basic salary Uncapped commission and bonus opportunities Company car Staff discount scheme 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Option to purchase additional annual leave Christmas shutdown period Employer pension contribution Ongoing training and career development opportunities If you're an ambitious sales professional looking for the opportunity to develop a thriving territory and represent a high-quality product portfolio, we'd love to hear from you. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)

An established and forward-thinking foodservice provider is on the lookout for a motivated field based Business Development Manager to join its expanding team. With a strong presence across key UK locations, the business is known for delivering exceptional service and embracing innovation. Driven by a supportive culture, the team works collaboratively, placing a strong focus on both customer satisfaction and internal teamwork. This is a field based role managing a specific geographic territory in London. The successful candidate will play a key role in generating new business, while also maintaining and growing relationships with existing clients. Reporting directly to the Regional Sales Manager and backed by a dedicated customer service contact, this role is crucial to continued regional growth. Core Responsibilities -Drive revenue growth by meeting and surpassing sales targets -Secure new accounts and build profitable client relationships -Maintain existing business and seek opportunities for expansion -Deliver high standards of service through consistent client engagement -Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to improve product offerings and market reach -Strengthen the company's visibility in the assigned area through proactive networking and strategy input -Complete all necessary reports and administrative tasks on schedule What We're Looking For -Experience in sales, account management, or business development within the foodservice industry - this is essential. -Solid understanding of food products and knowledge of hospitality or leisure sectors -Confident and adaptable communicator who thrives under pressure -Detail-oriented with a strong customer-first mentality -Skilled negotiator, comfortable influencing at multiple levels -Enthusiastic team player who values relationships and delivers excellent service -Highly organised and self-driven, with a positive attitude and a strategic mindset -Competent with standard computer systems (full training on in-house tools provided) -Strong commercial awareness and a good grasp of market dynamics What You'll Receive -A competitive salary package -Bonus scheme -Company car (or car allowance), mobile phone, and laptop -Pension -Death in service benefit -Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) -Discounts on food products -Continued Professional Development If you have experience in sales, account management or BD within foodservice, then we would love to hear from you. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)

Great opportunity for a Specifications Technologist or Technical Assistant to expand their skills within a team of fantastic foodies. You will be working as part of the specifications team ensuring the Company's specification systems are continually updated and maintained. To validate raw material data received from suppliers to enable retailer specifications to be produced in a timely manner and to...... click apply for full job details

Love all things food, nutrition and specifications? Are you a Specifications Technologist who is looking for the next step in there specs career? Rare opportunity to work with the best in the bizz, who are supplying delicious treats all over the world. In order to apply to this fantastic opportunity, you will need minimum 1 years experience within a food manufacturer - strong skills within technical...... click apply for full job details