What's the role about?
Business Development Manager
Do you have a knack for the commercial game and a love for tackling tough challenges?
Do you have a proven track record in the out-of-home (OOH) channel?
Are you a dynamic individual looking for a new challenge with an amazing confectionery brand?
Full time, Permanent
Salary : £27,000 to £30,000 per annum (£32-36k OTE) + up to 20% bonus + company car
Working : Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Territory : Newcastle, Durham, Northumberland, Cumbria, and surrounds
In this role, you'll be the driving force behind business development and territory management, navigating a diverse landscape of sectors and clients within the confectionery OOH scene. From local favourites to regional powerhouses, you'll be the linchpin in our growth strategy, building bridges and nurturing connections along the way.
As our Business Development Manager, your mission is clear: to boost sales and revamp distribution by forging key relationships with decision-makers across the OOH spectrum. It's not just a job; it's a chance to make a real impact in an industry that's constantly evolving.
So, if you're ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into a role that offers autonomy, challenge, and plenty of room for growth, then we want to hear from you. Let's make moves together in the exciting world of OOH!
What we will offer you:
1. Ongoing training and support to help you fulfil your role
2. A fun working environment where performance & success are really rewarded
3. Career opportunities throughout Powerforce and the wider Advantage Smollan business in addition to opportunities throughout our extensive client base
4. Benefits include:
5. Medicash
6. Enhanced pension and life assurance
7. Enhanced paternity, maternity & adoption leave
8. Perkbox – discounts on food & drink, tech, health & beauty
9. Taste card – restaurant discounts and 2-4-1 deals
10. Health Assured – Employee Assistance Programme giving 24/7 confidential support and legal information
What are we looking for?
11. Self-starter with a can-do attitude; the right candidate will succeed in OOH through being tenacious and resilient
12. Previous experience working with customers in OOH/Foodservice channels
13. Experience in sales and winning new business
14. A full, manual UK or international driving license held for at least 1 year
If you would like to be part of our success, please apply today!
Early applications are strongly encouraged as we reserve the right to pause or close this vacancy prior to the listed closing date.