Job Title: Business Development Manager - FMCG Food
Location: Surrey, 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 Business Development Manager with a passion for food and a track record of delivering results, we'd love to hear from you!