Business Development Executive

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A fast-growing, mission-driven FMCG brand within the health and wellness space is seeking a Business Development Executive (Retail) to accelerate its presence across the UK retail scene. This is an entry-level, field-based role ideal for graduates or early career professionals eager to break into sales. The role offers hands-on experience driving retail growth while developing key sales skills, including negotiation, account management, and relationship building. The Basics:

● Salary: £28k-£30k ● Level: Graduate/entry-level opportunity ● Working Hours: Full-time ● Location: London, with travel around the capital as part of role ● Reporting to: Head of Wholesale ● Perks: Complimentary access to fitness facilities, adventure incentives, remote-working allowance, and team experiences

The Role...

1. Retail Activation + Account Growth Own and drive growth across a high-performing region of London, managing multiple retail accounts

Regularly visit stores to secure prime shelf space, off-fixture displays, and new product listings

Expand the brand's presence and visibility in grocery, convenience, and quick-service retail outlets

Prospect and win new retail accounts, supporting local promotions and campaigns

2. Relationship Management Build strong, lasting relationships with store managers, staff, and independent stockists

Collaborate with internal teams to execute in-store activations, sampling, and promotional missions

Be the face of the brand in retail locations, promoting products and brand values

3. Learning + Development Dedicate time weekly to a personal project, driving innovative sales opportunities

Learn the fundamentals of retail sales, negotiation, and category management

Gain hands-on experience in commercial strategy, account development, and field sales execution

The Person...

Graduate-level or post-graduate candidate; no prior FMCG experience required

Highly motivated individual with a strong interest in fitness, sport, or climbing

Confident communicator, comfortable pitching and presenting to gym owners

Enjoys being out in the field and thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on role

Organised and adaptable, with strong time management and route-planning skills

Naturally personable and comfortable engaging communities at events and weekends

Passionate about health, wellness, and sustainability

Curious, eager to learn, and motivated to build a long-term career in sales or FMCG

Your recruiter for this role is Izzy Roberts, Senior Recruiter at Jobs In. Fitness, and can be contacted simply by applying for this role below. Jobs In. Fitness are a fitness recruitment agency, specialising in hundreds of fitness jobs in the UK like these. If you are keen to be considered please 'apply now'. Please note that only applicants matching the strict criteria above will be contacted as part of the recruitment process.
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Location:
United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Sales