Business Development Manager - Food Ingredients

Location: Slough, Berkshire Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + Excellent Benefits Contract: Full-time, Permanent

A leading European manufacturer of specialist sugar products for the food and beverage industry is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager. Operating from a modern production facility in Slough, the company supplies high-quality ingredients to major FMCG brands across the UK and Europe, ensuring consistency, reliability, and innovation.

The Role

This is a strategic position focused on driving growth through new business acquisition, managing key accounts, and building long-term partnerships with leading food manufacturers and brand owners.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and secure new business opportunities across the UK and European markets. Manage and develop existing accounts, ensuring exceptional service and customer retention. Create tailored proposals, pricing strategies, and product recommendations to meet client needs. Collaborate with internal teams (production, logistics, quality, finance) to deliver seamless solutions. Conduct market analysis, monitor competitor activity, and identify emerging trends. Represent the company at industry exhibitions, trade shows, and client meetings. Maintain accurate CRM records, sales forecasts, and performance reports.What We're Looking For

Minimum 5 years' experience in B2B sales within food ...