Business Development Manager (B2B)
Location: Lincolnshire
About the Role
We are looking for a confident, proactive Business Development Executive to join our rapidly expanding client. This hands on sales role focuses on building strong relationships and driving growth across B2B and trade customers, including farm shops, garden centres, florists, independent retailers, hotels, and other outlets interested in high-quality products.
You will be responsible for proactively contacting and visiting customers, following up on leads, and working closely with marketing initiatives to support seasonal promotions and campaigns.
Responsibilities but not limited to
Anne Corder Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Anne Corder Recruitment Ltd, your personal data may be added to our database as part of the application process. Our privacy policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data. Your details will be reviewed by one of our Recruitment Partners and we will contact you again within 5 working days if your application is to be progressed further.
Please note that we are not able to provide support with visa sponsorships and all applicants must be based in the UK and hold the valid right to work in the UK
Location: Lincolnshire
About the Role
We are looking for a confident, proactive Business Development Executive to join our rapidly expanding client. This hands on sales role focuses on building strong relationships and driving growth across B2B and trade customers, including farm shops, garden centres, florists, independent retailers, hotels, and other outlets interested in high-quality products.
You will be responsible for proactively contacting and visiting customers, following up on leads, and working closely with marketing initiatives to support seasonal promotions and campaigns.
Responsibilities but not limited to
- Actively contact and engage potential new B2B customers via phone, email, and social media.
- Visit existing and prospective customers to showcase products and develop long-term relationships.
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of trade accounts.
- Support marketing activity by following up on leads and assisting with promotions and events.
- Provide market feedback, including insights on customer needs, trends, and competitor activity.
- Represent the brand professionally, reflecting quality, sustainability, and premium standards.
- Proven experience in sales or account management, ideally in horticulture, food & drink, gifting, or artisan products or a graduate with confidence, excellent people skills, and a willingness to learn.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Professional, well-presented, and confident when representing a premium brand.
- Self-motivated, organised, and proactive in developing new business.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly.
- Competitive salary depending on experience.
- Performance-based bonus potential (after initial 6 months).
- Company vehicle or mileage allowance for customer visits.
- Supportive, friendly, and collaborative working environment.
- Represent a premium brand with a strong story and high-quality products.
Anne Corder Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Anne Corder Recruitment Ltd, your personal data may be added to our database as part of the application process. Our privacy policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data. Your details will be reviewed by one of our Recruitment Partners and we will contact you again within 5 working days if your application is to be progressed further.
Please note that we are not able to provide support with visa sponsorships and all applicants must be based in the UK and hold the valid right to work in the UK
Salary
£35000
Location
Cambridgeshire
Contract Type
Permanent
Category
Account management
Recruiter
Amy Jayne Elvestad
Sales & Marketing