Senior Business Development Manager

£55,000-£70,000 + Car

+ Employee benefits

Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire

Sales, Marketing & Membership

Our Sales, Marketing & Membership department oversee all the commercial elements for our organisation: liaising and supporting our technical functions with marketing campaigns, market research, developing key accounts, overall strategy and ensuring our members have added value through our services and consultancy.

What you’ll be doing

Reporting to the Global Sales Territory Manager, the post holder will lead proactive business development activities, identifying new market opportunities and delivering targeted sales campaigns. Working closely with technical and operational teams, the role ensures alignment between client needs, market demand and internal capability, supporting sustainable revenue growth and pipeline development.

The role is global in scope and focuses on developing new business, strengthening existing relationships, and promoting a range of consultancy services. It requires a strong understanding of technical environments—particularly within food R&D—combined with the ability to translate this into compelling commercial opportunities and successful client outcomes.

What we’re looking for

Proven experience (5+ years) in business development within a consultative or technical sales environment
Strong commercial mindset with the ability to identify and convert opportunities into revenue
Experience of selling consultancy or technical services, ideally within the food or related industries
Ability to build effective relationships with both technical experts and commercial stakeholders
Confident communicator, able to influence and engage at all levels internally and externally
Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a target-driven environment
Strong organisational and time management skills with attention to detail
Experience using CRM systems and maintaining accurate client records
Degree in a science, technology or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

What we offer

Reward platform with employee discounts and rewards
25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Buy and sell holiday scheme
A generous work save pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%
Culture focus around work/life balance (early finish Fridays)
Subsidised onsite restaurant

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