Business Development Manager

Overview

MCS Group are delighted to be recruiting for a Business Development Manager on behalf of an award-winning fresh food producer based in Northern Ireland. Our client is a leading supplier to the retail, foodservice, and manufacturing sectors across Great Britain, Ireland, and Northern Ireland, delivering high-quality prepared and value-added convenience food products to some of the UK & Ireland's best-known brands.

This is a senior commercial role suited to an experienced FMCG or fresh/foodservice sales professional. The position offers strong growth potential, a clear route into leadership, and the opportunity to build and lead a team of account managers, with travel primarily across ROI and England. Candidates may be based in Northern or Southern Ireland.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Own the sales development strategy across England, ROI, and NI, focusing on delivering improved turnover and market share.
• Drive new business growth in ROI and GB to achieve and exceed growth targets.
• Develop strong relationships with key retailers, foodservice partners, and distributors to expand the company footprint.
• Lead customer negotiations, contract renewals, pricing discussions, and promotional plans.
• Identify and execute strategic account plans to unlock category opportunities and deliver volume growth.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with commercial, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Develop and manage a commercial team of 3 account managers, fostering performance excellence and accountability.

Essential Criteria and Qualifications

• Proven B2B sales success in FMCG, fresh produce, foodservice, or related categories (e.g., salads, perishables, grocery, convenience).
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing complex accounts and negotiating high-value deals.
• Experience driving sales across ROI, GB, and NI markets.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and grow a sales team.
• Full UK/EU driving license and willingness to travel extensively.

What's on Offer

• £70,000 base salary + car allowance
• Negotiated performance bonus after 6 months (linked to sales targets)
• Clear career progression into commercial leadership
• Leadership responsibility with the opportunity to build and manage a team
• Extensive travel across ROI, NI and key England markets
• Work for a prestigious, growth-focused food manufacturer with strong brand recognition and a diverse customer base.

How to Apply

• 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 02890490912.
• Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs www.mcsgroup.jobs
• MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.