Business Development Executive role – Bennett Opie
About the job
Marvel FMCG is partnered with a food and drink distributor on an exciting opportunity to join a long-established, family-owned food and drink manufacturer as a Business Development Executive.
This is a fantastic time to join the business as they continue to expand and invest in their Out of Home and Wholesale offering, building on a long-standing reputation for quality, customer focus and trusted relationships across the industry. If you are looking for a role that will get you out into the field, building relationships, driving new business and growing brand presence across London, then this is for you.
This is a field-based role covering the London territory.
Why this role?
- Be part of a heritage-rich, family-owned business with a reputation built over generations.
- Join a company that truly values quality, long-term relationships and customer excellence.
- Opportunity to take ownership of your territory and make a visible commercial impact.
- Work within a collaborative and supportive team that encourages ownership and innovation.
- A role offering strong progression opportunities within a growing business.
The Role…
Develop and grow your London territory, focusing on building new business opportunities while strengthening existing customer relationships across Wholesale and Out of Home channels. You will be responsible for increasing distribution, driving sales performance and acting as a key ambassador for this brand across your region.
The Company…
A long-established, family-owned food and drink manufacturer with a proud heritage dating back to 1880. The business combines tradition with innovation, maintaining a strong commitment to quality while continuing to evolve and grow within the FMCG space. With recent growth and investment, they are focused on expanding their presence within Wholesale and Out of Home channels, creating exciting opportunities for ambitious individuals to make their mark.
You…
We are looking for someone who is proactive, hands-on and passionate about building relationships. You might already be working in FMCG sales, wholesale, hospitality or a customer-facing commercial role and are looking to step into a field-based position with real ownership.
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills
- Commercial awareness and a drive to win new business
- A proactive, self-starting attitude with a sense of ownership
- Confidence working independently in a field-based role
- Passion for food, drink, and the FMCG industry
Package...
Salary: £38,000 per annum
£5,000 car allowance
Bonus + additional benefits
Field-based role (London)
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