Business Development Manager

Company: Auxo Commercial
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Location: Surrey
Job Description:

  • Job Title: Business Development Manager – FMCG Food
  • Location: Hybrid (with regular UK travel to customer sites and meetings; ideally commutable to the South East)
  • Salary: Circa £70,000 per annum (depending on experience) + performance bonus
  • Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
  • Industry: FMCG / Food & Beverage / Consumer Goods
  • Hours: Monday to Friday
  • We're working with an exciting new venture in the FMCG food space to find a commercially sharp Business Development Manager who’s ready to make a big impact.

    This role is ideal for someone who’s passionate about food & beverage, experienced in launching or scaling grocery brands, and thrives on building relationships that drive sales growth across retail, convenience, and foodservice.

    About the Role

    Acting as a key commercial lead in the UK market, you’ll be responsible for:

    • Developing and executing a go-to-market strategy for a premium product range
    • Securing listings with major retailers, convenience groups, and foodservice partners
    • Representing the brand at trade shows, networking events, and customer meetings
    • Building lasting relationships with buyers and decision-makers across the sector
    • Collaborating with distribution partners to align pricing, logistics, and availability
    • Providing market insights and commercial reporting to senior stakeholders
    • Delivering standout presentations and product demos that win over customers

    About the Client

    This opportunity represents a joint venture between:

    • A leading European food producer, known for their innovation, product quality, and strong category presence in meat products
    • A UK-based FMCG distributor with over 20 years of success in grocery and wholesale, B-Corp accreditation, and a strong sustainability ethos
    • Together, they’re launching a premium range of retail food products into the UK market, targeting grocery, convenience, and foodservice channels.

    What We’re Looking For

    We’re keen to speak with candidates who bring:

    • A solid background in business development, sales, or account management within FMCG or food & beverage
    • Experience working with UK retailers or foodservice customers, with an existing network highly valued
    • A track record of launching or scaling new food brands in the UK market
    • Strong presentation and negotiation skills
    • High self-motivation and the ability to work independently in a hybrid setting

    Why This Role?

    • Join a well-funded, high-potential venture in the FMCG food sector
    • Shape the UK launch of a premium, differentiated product range
    • Work with two respected, values-led names in food production and distribution
    • Enjoy hybrid flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to make your mark
    • Competitive salary + bonus tied to your success

    If you're a commercially driven BDM with a passion for food and a track record of delivering results, we’d love to hear from you!

Posted: April 25th, 2025