Business Development Manager

The Opportunity We are seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to grow sales for an established foodservice wholesale business supplying independent takeaways, restaurants, caf s and other food businesses across the North West. This is a hands-on role combining new business development, account management and online sales growth. You will be responsible for winning new customers, developing long-term relationships and increasing regular, repeat orders. Key Responsibilities New Business Development Identify and win new foodservice customers within approximately 20 miles of Bolton. Generate leads through cold calling, face-to-face visits, networking, referrals and market research. Present the product range, identify competitor opportunities and convert prospects into active customers. Sales Growth and Account Management Develop new accounts into regular, repeat-ordering customers. Increase customer spend, cross-sell products and grow existing accounts. Maintain customer relationships, monitor purchasing patterns and resolve issues. Reactivate dormant accounts and address declining sales. Online Sales Development Increase active customers and recurring sales through the online ordering platform. Demonstrate online ordering, promote relevant offers and encourage regular website orders. Identify barriers to online adoption and focus on generating measurable online revenue. Sales Performance and Commercial Development Monitor sales growth, ..... full job details .....