<dt class="rm-fieldTitle">Description</dt><dd class="rm-fieldData"><div class=""><p class="" data-start="283" data-end="764">Zachary Daniels Recruitment are pleased to be partnering with a well-known convenience store operator and wholesaler to find an enthusiastic and driven <strong class="" data-start="435" data-end="467">Business Development Manager</strong> for the <strong class="" data-start="476" data-end="501">South Coast</strong> region. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that's entering a phase of growth and exciting change. As a <strong class="" data-start="613" data-end="645">Business Development Manager</strong>, you'll play a key role in supporting the expansion and success of independent retailers across this important region.</p><h3 class="" data-start="766" data-end="795"><strong class="" data-start="770" data-end="795">What You'll Be Doing:</strong></h3><ul class="" data-start="797" data-end="2164"><li class="" data-start="797" data-end="1051"><p class="" data-start="799" data-end="1051"><strong class="" data-start="799" data-end="842">Building Relationships &amp; Driving Sales:</strong> As a <strong class="" data-start="848" data-end="880">Business Development Manager</strong>, you will work closely with convenience retailers in your region to foster strong, long-lasting relationships, ensuring they realise their potential and achieve growth.</p></li><li class="" data-start="1052" data-end="1343"><p class="" data-start="1054" data-end="1343"><strong class="" data-start="1054" data-end="1093">Customer Support &amp; Problem Solving:</strong> Act as the main point of contact for your customers, providing expert advice and support to resolve challenges they may face in-store. As a <strong class="" data-start="1234" data-end="1266">Business Development Manager</strong>, your goal will be to find solutions that enhance the customer experience.</p></li><li class="" data-start="1344" data-end="1557"><p class="" data-start="1346" data-end="1557"><strong class="" data-start="1346" data-end="1385">Managing Your Schedule &amp; Territory:</strong> Take responsibility for planning your visits and managing a schedule that allows you to provide excellent service to a wide range of retail customers across your region.</p></li><li class="" data-start="1558" data-end="1852"><p class="" data-start="1560" data-end="1852"><strong class="" data-start="1560" data-end="1591">Collaboration Across Teams:</strong> Liaise with internal departments such as IT, logistics, and operations to resolve any queries and ensure smooth interactions between the business and customers. Your ability to collaborate as a <strong class="" data-start="1786" data-end="1818">Business Development Manager</strong> will be key to driving success.</p></li><li class="" data-start="1853" data-end="2164"><p class="" data-start="1855" data-end="2164"><strong class="" data-start="1855" data-end="1894">Driving Performance &amp; Meeting KPIs:</strong> Own and manage your performance, ensuring you deliver against key performance indicators (KPIs) and help grow the business through effective sales strategies. Your role as a <strong class="" data-start="2069" data-end="2101">Business Development Manager</strong> will involve consistently meeting and exceeding these targets.</p></li></ul><h3 class="" data-start="2166" data-end="2186"><strong class="" data-start="2170" data-end="2186">Who You Are:</strong></h3><ul class="" data-start="2188" data-end="3243"><li class="" data-start="2188" data-end="2528"><p class="" data-start="2190" data-end="2528"><strong class="" data-start="2190" data-end="2229">Experienced in FMCG Sales &amp; Retail:</strong> You have a proven track record in driving commercial success, with experience in food retail or FMCG sales. You're able to build and nurture strategic partnerships, negotiate high-value agreements, and collaborate across teams to optimise revenue and growth as a <strong class="" data-start="2493" data-end="2525">Business Development Manager</strong>.</p></li><li class="" data-start="2529" data-end="2813"><p class="" data-start="2531" data-end="2813"><strong class="" data-start="2531" data-end="2555">Strong Communicator:</strong> You possess excellent communication skills and can effectively engage with diverse stakeholders, from convenience store owners to senior business leaders. As a <strong class="" data-start="2716" data-end="2748">Business Development Manager</strong>, you'll leverage these skills to create lasting relationships.</p></li><li class="" data-start="2814" data-end="3034"><p class="" data-start="2816" data-end="3034"><strong class="" data-start="2816" data-end="2847">Organised &amp; Self-Motivated:</strong> Your time management and organisational skills are second to none. You're comfortable managing your workload independently and ensuring that all tasks are completed to a high standard.</p></li><li class="" data-start="3035" data-end="3243"><p class="" data-start="3037" data-end="3243"><strong class="" data-start="3037" data-end="3055">IT Proficient:</strong> You are confident using Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and other business tools to track performance, manage data, and create compelling presentations.</p></li></ul><h3 class="" data-start="3245" data-end="3274"><strong class="" data-start="3249" data-end="3274">What's in It for You:</strong></h3><ul class="" data-start="3276" data-end="3602"><li class="" data-start="3276" data-end="3337"><p class="" data-start="3278" data-end="3337">A chance to make a real impact within a growing business.</p></li><li class="" data-start="3338" data-end="3424"><p class="" data-start="3340" data-end="3424">Opportunities to expand your network and learn about the industry from the inside.</p></li><li class="" data-start="3425" data-end="3506"><p class="" data-start="3427" data-end="3506">A competitive salary up to £55,000 and benefits package, with performance-based incentives.</p></li><li class="" data-start="3507" data-end="3602"><p class="" data-start="3509" data-end="3602">A role that offers both independence and teamwork, with the chance to shape your own success.</p></li></ul><div class=""><strong>BBBH33189</strong></div></div></dd>