Business development manager

Business Development Manager + GBP37k basic + GBP550/ month car allowance + OTE GBP15-20K + 33 days holiday + extra company benefits Our client are a UK leading distributor of food and beverage products and they have an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join them covering the Southampton/ Portsmouth area. * You will be responsible for developing sales opportunities with existing accounts by analysing territory sales data, minimising order losses and creating and maintaining a prospect database. In addition you will develop profitable new business through active canvass calling and ongoing account creation. * Your performance will be inline with agreed company KPI #39;s including customer call rate, business growth and retention. Collaborative work with the Regional Account Managers and Category Specialists will ensure there is a coordinated approach to pillar growth and activity. * Responsible for providing accurate and timely information and reports in accordance with agreed timeframes via your Line Manager. * You will be able to demonstrate excellent selling skills and a proven track record in regularly exceeded sales targets. Excellent customer relations and a flexible approach are essential. This is a field sales role, you must have a full UK driving licence and reside within or in close proximity to the territory