Sales & Business Development Manager

Ref: 538354

South East/ Kent

£60,000

• Permanent
• Food Service & Manufacturing
• Commercially Astute
• Profit Maximisation

About the candidate

This seasoned and dynamic Sales & Business Development Manager, based in the South East of the UK, brings to the table over 14 years of robust experience across various sectors including foodservice and manufacturing. Demonstrated prowess in leading and evolving sales and business units to drive profitability and market expansion. Proven expertise in the strategic oversight of all commercial facets of business operations, coupled with a strong acumen in cost reduction and profit optimisation strategies.

What makes them great?

• Proven track record: Successfully managed a business unit with a value exceeding £4M and a gross margin of up to 35%.
• Revenue growth: Key role in securing new accounts worth over £1.5M annually, intensifying business growth and generating a significant uplift in revenues.
• Efficiency enhancer: Instrumental in introducing IT solutions that streamlined operations and recruitment, leading to a reduction in staff costs from 33% to 22% across multiple locations.

Areas of expertise

• Sales and Business Development Management: Extensive background in driving sales operations and expansions in the competitive food sectors.
• Strategic Business Planning and Implementation: Skilled in formulating and executing impactful strategies to achieve and surpass business objectives.
• CRM Systems and Client Relations: Proficient in implementing CRM solutions and fostering robust client relationships to enhance customer retention and satisfaction.