Business Development Manager Food and Drink Location: UK-Wide (Field-Based) Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Bonus + Company Car Are you a sales professional with experience in food, drink, or retail? Do you enjoy building relationships and developing business in the independent retail sector? We re recruiting on behalf of a well-established food group looking to expand its presence across the UK. They supply high-quality products to independent shops, garden centres, and speciality retailers and they need someone with the drive and passion to help grow their brand. The Role: Develop and manage relationships with independent retailers, garden centres, and farm shops Identify new sales opportunities and drive growth in key accounts Work closely with buyers, distributors, and wholesalers to increase brand presence Cover a UK-wide territory, meeting clients and attending trade events Who We re Looking For: Sales experience in food, drink, or retail (FMCG experience is a bonus) A confident, self-motivated person who enjoys meeting new people Experience selling into independent stores, garden centres, or similar channels would be ideal Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel What s on Offer? £40,000 - £45,000 salary + performance-based bonus Company car and travel expenses covered The chance to be part of a growing brand in an exciting sector Autonomy and flexibility manage your own diary and build your own success If you re looking for a role where you