Business Development Manager; foodservice

Overview

MCS are delighted to be recruiting for a Business Development Manager within the FMCG/Food service sector.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation undergoing continued growth. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding a Northern Ireland territory, driving new business activity and strengthening relationships with an existing customer base. This role offers a blend of autonomy, on-the-road engagement, and hybrid working flexibility, giving you the space to plan your week effectively while enjoying meaningful time with customers.

• Take ownership of a defined territory and deliver strong sales, margin and profitability results.
• Identify and convert new food service opportunities using a structured pipeline approach.
• Grow product penetration with existing clients by promoting a full multi-temperature range across chilled, frozen and ambient categories.
• Actively target competitor customers to increase market share.
• Ensure all accounts operate within credit terms, supported by clear communication and strong relationship management.
• Plan weekly schedules and customer visits efficiently, keeping travel and territory costs within budget.
• Provide a high standard of customer support and maintain accurate records, reports and journey plans.
• Share competitor intelligence, customer feedback and market insights with the wider sales team.
• Support wider commercial initiatives, including occasional sales drives and promotional campaigns.

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent).
• Full clean driving licence.
• At least 3 years' experience in proactive field sales, ideally within food service, catering or FMCG.
• Proven ability to hit or exceed sales targets.
• Confident communicator who can build relationships at all levels.
• Strong administration and IT skills, particularly in MS Office.
• Experience selling multi-temperature products or working with chilled, frozen or ambient food categories.

• Hybrid working
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  Flexibility to split your week between remote work, office time and customer visits.
• Career progression
  : A business committed to developing its people and offering long-term advancement.
• Supportive culture
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  Join a collaborative team that values open communication and shared success.
• Wellbeing & work-life balance
  : A modern approach to work, allowing you to plan your schedule effectively.
• Purpose-driven organisation
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  Be part of a company that puts community impact and sustainability at the heart of what it does.
• Autonomy in your role
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  Freedom to manage your territory, build relationships and shape your approach to growth.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Lara McGlinchey, Associate Specialist Consultant at MCS Group on .

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