Business Development Manager
CompanyFranke Group
Location
St Albans, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At6/29/2026
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Occupation TypeSales accounts and business development managers
Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£55,200
(£28.31 per hour)
Occupation rate applies
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Description
About Franke
Founded in 2001, Dalla Corte is an international company specializing in the production of semi-automatic espresso machines and on-demand grinders, headquartered just outside Milan.
All Dalla Corte espresso machines are proudly Made in Italy, crafted with high-quality materials to ensure exceptional performance. In 2001, Dalla Corte introduced Evolution, the first espresso machine featuring independent multi-boiler technology. Since then, this innovative system has become the foundation of all DC machines.
Our mission: to create the finest espresso machines for the perfect coffee experience
About The Job
Dalla Corte UK&I, distributed through Franke Coffee Systems UK are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Business Development Manager. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the strategic growth of the business in the UK&I markets, developing new relationships and expanding current.
Ideally a fan of coffee, although not essential, this is an exciting opportunity for someone to sell high-end traditional coffee machines and develop a brand with some very exciting plans for 2026 and beyond, backed by investment and support.
Your tasks
Founded in 2001, Dalla Corte is an international company specializing in the production of semi-automatic espresso machines and on-demand grinders, headquartered just outside Milan.
All Dalla Corte espresso machines are proudly Made in Italy, crafted with high-quality materials to ensure exceptional performance. In 2001, Dalla Corte introduced Evolution, the first espresso machine featuring independent multi-boiler technology. Since then, this innovative system has become the foundation of all DC machines.
Our mission: to create the finest espresso machines for the perfect coffee experience
About The Job
Dalla Corte UK&I, distributed through Franke Coffee Systems UK are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Business Development Manager. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the strategic growth of the business in the UK&I markets, developing new relationships and expanding current.
Ideally a fan of coffee, although not essential, this is an exciting opportunity for someone to sell high-end traditional coffee machines and develop a brand with some very exciting plans for 2026 and beyond, backed by investment and support.
Your tasks
- Build and maintain relationships with existing and potential clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions and first class service and support.
- Work closely with internal departments, ensuring processes are followed, orders fulfilled and client queries handled effectively and professionally.
- Develop and manage a sales pipeline, ensuring timely follow-ups and effective communication with prospects.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies in the coffee industry.
- Provide regular reports and updates on sales activities, market trends, and customers.
Requirements
Important information for all executive search companies, headhunters and HR consultants
The Franke Group does not accept unsolicited support from headhunters and personnel consultants for our career opportunities. Any CV/resume vitae submitted to Franke or its employees by external recruitment agencies without a valid written recruitment agreement related to the position in question shall be deemed the sole property of our company. In the event that a candidate presented by an agency is hired in our company and there is no prior agreement, no fee will be paid.
- Proven experience in new and cold outreach business development or account management, ideally related to coffee or coffee equipment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients.
- Self-motivated and results-oriented, with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Quick learner with the ability to understand and effectively communicate technical information.
- High enthusiasm and eagerness for a new challenge.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Willingness to travel regularly across the UK meeting customers and end user sites with occasional EU travel.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Be part of a company committed to excellence and innovation.
- 25 days of holidays
- Private Healthcare for you, with the option to add partner and children
- Life Insurance
- Income Protection
Important information for all executive search companies, headhunters and HR consultants
The Franke Group does not accept unsolicited support from headhunters and personnel consultants for our career opportunities. Any CV/resume vitae submitted to Franke or its employees by external recruitment agencies without a valid written recruitment agreement related to the position in question shall be deemed the sole property of our company. In the event that a candidate presented by an agency is hired in our company and there is no prior agreement, no fee will be paid.