Business Development Manager
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Occupation Type
Sales 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
Business Development Manager – Nottingham
Be the force behind JJ’s next big expansion. Lead the charge. Own the market. Make an impact.
Are you resilient, motivated, and ready for a challenge that will genuinely make an impact?
Have you built new business from the ground up and forged strong commercial relationships?
Do you love the foodservice world and thrive in fast‑paced environments?
If so, this is your opportunity.
JJ Food Service is launching a brand-new branch in Nottingham, and we’re looking for a bold, strategic, and relationship‑driven Business Development Manager to help us get off to a strong start. As one of the UK’s most respected foodservice wholesalers, JJ is trusted by thousands of restaurants, cafés, retailers, and caterers nationwide — and now you have the chance to become the face of our brand in an exciting new territory.
This isn’t just another sales role. This is your chance to shape the identity of JJ in Nottingham, build our presence from the ground up, and establish strong commercial foundations for long‑term success.
Your success will be reflected in the new customers you bring on board, the loyalty you cultivate, and the commercial growth you deliver in both turnover and gross profit.
This role is 100% field‑based and requires regular travel across Nottingham and the surrounding areas.
Salary: up to £40,000 per annum + OTE Bonus
To Be Successful You Must Have
Be the force behind JJ’s next big expansion. Lead the charge. Own the market. Make an impact.
Are you resilient, motivated, and ready for a challenge that will genuinely make an impact?
Have you built new business from the ground up and forged strong commercial relationships?
Do you love the foodservice world and thrive in fast‑paced environments?
If so, this is your opportunity.
JJ Food Service is launching a brand-new branch in Nottingham, and we’re looking for a bold, strategic, and relationship‑driven Business Development Manager to help us get off to a strong start. As one of the UK’s most respected foodservice wholesalers, JJ is trusted by thousands of restaurants, cafés, retailers, and caterers nationwide — and now you have the chance to become the face of our brand in an exciting new territory.
This isn’t just another sales role. This is your chance to shape the identity of JJ in Nottingham, build our presence from the ground up, and establish strong commercial foundations for long‑term success.
Your success will be reflected in the new customers you bring on board, the loyalty you cultivate, and the commercial growth you deliver in both turnover and gross profit.
This role is 100% field‑based and requires regular travel across Nottingham and the surrounding areas.
Salary: up to £40,000 per annum + OTE Bonus
To Be Successful You Must Have
- Prior experience in new business development in the Food Service Sector or a national accounts position, with successful achievements across multiple sectors and experience managing tenders
- Ability to work confidently and effectively on your own initiative
- Strong selling and negotiation skills
- Commercial insight and understanding of key profit levers
- Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
- A strong understanding of JJ Food Service Ltd and the wider hospitality and restaurant sector
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment
- Ability to work towards tight deadlines
- Commitment to keeping up to date with industry trends, regulations, and legislation
- Ensure commercial new business is secured through active prospecting and effective pipeline management
- Understand the local market and how JJ’s products and services support customers across the region
- Grow and maintain customer relationships in line with targeted commercial growth
- Use successful techniques for securing contracts, including communicating JJ’s unique selling points, understanding operating margins, and meeting client requirements
Our benefits:
About JJ Foodservice
JJ Food Service is one of the UK’s leading independent foodservice wholesalers, supplying a wide range of quality products to restaurants, caterers, and retailers nationwide. Established in 1988, we operate 12 branches across the UK, employ over 770 people, and generate an annual turnover of £243 million.
Our success is built on exceptional customer service, efficient logistics, and innovation. We were early pioneers of digital ordering and e-commerce in the foodservice sector, offering seamless online and app-based solutions. Our commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement ensures we remain a trusted partner for thousands of customers across the UK.
JJ Foodservice is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive culture and enc
- 5% Profit‑Sharing scheme
- Sales Bonus
- Training and development opportunities
- Business mileage
- 28 days paid annual leave (including Bank Holidays), increasing to 33 days with length of service
- Access to hundreds of exclusive discounts and savings through our JJ Family Portal
- Free support with personal legal, medical, health, and wellbeing issues
- A free telephone counselling service
- Cycle to Work scheme
About JJ Foodservice
JJ Food Service is one of the UK’s leading independent foodservice wholesalers, supplying a wide range of quality products to restaurants, caterers, and retailers nationwide. Established in 1988, we operate 12 branches across the UK, employ over 770 people, and generate an annual turnover of £243 million.
Our success is built on exceptional customer service, efficient logistics, and innovation. We were early pioneers of digital ordering and e-commerce in the foodservice sector, offering seamless online and app-based solutions. Our commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement ensures we remain a trusted partner for thousands of customers across the UK.
JJ Foodservice is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive culture and enc
ouraging a diversity of people. No matter who you are, what you look like, or where you are from, you can find your place at JJ Foodservice.
JJ Foodservice were announced National Wholesaler of the Year at the Grocer Gold Awards 2024.
JJ Foodservice were announced National Wholesaler of the Year at the Grocer Gold Awards 2024.