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Business Development Manager
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What they do
A Business Development Manager identifies new business opportunities and clients for a company, and develops marketing and sales strategies to help grow a company's business. Builds customer relationships and partnerships and negotiates business deals. Works with senior marketing and sales staff to increase sales opportunities.
$126,428 / year median in Florida
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Food Sales East (FSE) is a growing foodservice sales agency representing leading manufacturers across the Southeast. We operate with integrity, a strong work ethic, and a team-first mindset—focused on serving our partners, giving back, and driving meaningful growth. We are seeking a Business Development Manager to drive sales growth by building strong relationships with distributor partners and foodservice operators within the territory. Key Responsibilities Develop and manage relationships with distributors and distributor sales reps (DSRs) Grow business with foodservice operators across key segments (restaurants, healthcare, education, hospitality) Deliver product demonstrations, sales presentations, and menu solutions Execute territory sales plans and achieve growth targets Represent FSE at sales meetings, ridealongs, and industry events Maintain CRM activity, pipeline tracking, and required reporting Qualifications Strong relationshipbuilding and consultative selling skills Foodservice B2B sales experience preferred Selfmotivated, organized, and comfortable working independently Effective communication skills Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Valid driver's license; ability to lift up to 40 lbs Travel Regular local travel required Occasional overnight trips Compensation and Benefits Competitive base salary + bonus opportunity Car and cell phone allowance PTO and company holidays 401(k) with company match Medical, dental, and vision coverage Equal Opportunity Employer Food Sales East is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected status under applicable law. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. About Food Sales East LLC Food Sales East is Your Go-To Partner That Offers Reliable, Proven Performance for the Foodservice Industry. Food Sales East is a trusted advisor to customers in nine states across the Southeastern United States. We have 12 offices located in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina and are part of Sales One, a group of like-minded sales agencies working together to provide the best go-to-market solutions in the industry.