Business Development Executive - FMCG

Candy Paradise is a fast-growing confectionery brand making strong progress in the UK market. We specialise in innovative, high-impact sweets supplied to wholesalers, retailers, and distributors across the UK and Europe.

As part of our continued expansion, we are looking to hire a
Business Development Executive to support account growth, open new business, and represent the brand in the field and at key industry events.

This is ahybrid role
, split between office-based work and field sales. You will manage and grow existing wholesale relationships while actively opening new accounts across the UK. The role also offers
international exposure
, supporting exhibitions, trade shows, and global partners when required.

You will have access to a
clear, commission structure covering both existing and new accounts.

• Manage and grow existing wholesale accounts across the UK and Europe
• Identify, pitch, and open new accounts with wholesalers, retailers, and distributors
• Travel regularly across the UK to visit customers and build long-term relationships
• Attend trade fairs, expos, and sampling activations
• Track sales performance and provide weekly reports

• Support Candy Paradise at international exhibitions and trade shows
• Occasional travel to the EU may be required

• Confident, commercially minded, and proactive
• Comfortable representing a brand in person and on camera
• Strong communicator with excellent relationship-building skills
• Self-motivated and able to manage your own schedule and territory
• Willing to travel nationally (full UK driving licence required)
• FMCG or confectionery experience is beneficial but not essential

£31,000 base salary + commission ( Realistic OTE £40,000+.)