Business Development
Manager

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Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per year
Based: Urmston, Manchester

 

We’re seeking a highly driven Business Development Manager to accelerate our growth within the UK food and drink manufacturing sector. In this pivotal role, you will identify new opportunities, build strong client relationships, and champion our industry-leading temperature-controlled warehousing and transport solutions. Your work will directly influence our expansion and long-term success.

 

 

About Romac Logistics:

 

At Romac Logistics, people are the foundation on which we build our success. Our strong culture values collaboration and fostering relationships among our diverse teams. We strive to cultivate a workplace culture that encourages employees to be their best selves, to feel respected, and to take pride in the work they do. Our people are our biggest asset and creating an environment where they can thrive is essential to our success. We believe that fostering a culture of inclusion and diversity of thought leads to innovative ideas and creative solutions.

 

We understand that by investing in our people, we are creating a foundation for success. We celebrate the unique talents and perspectives of our employees and the contributions they make to our business. We recognise that our people are our most important asset and through them, we will continue to shape a sustained and successful future for our organisation.

 

Key Responsibilities:

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Market Intelligence

• Conduct detailed research to identify potential clients across the UK food and drink manufacturing sector.

• Stay informed on industry challenges, trends, and regulatory developments to shape strategic plans.

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Lead Generation & Pipeline Development

• Develop and maintain a high-quality pipeline through cold outreach, networking, referrals, and industry events.

• Proactively seek new business opportunities to support sustained growth.

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Client Engagement & Solutions Selling

• Engage potential clients to understand their temperature-controlled logistics needs.

• Deliver compelling presentations that highlight the value and benefits of our tailored services.

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Consultative Sales Approach

• Provide expert advice on how our warehousing and transport solutions can enhance supply chain performance, product integrity, and overall efficiency.

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Proposal & Bid Management

• Work with internal teams to create well-structured proposals and bids that address client needs and set us apart from competitors.

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Negotiation & Deal Closure

• Lead commercial negotiations, securing mutually beneficial agreements and long-term partnerships.

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Relationship Management

• Serve as a trusted point of contact for clients, nurturing relationships and identifying opportunities for account growth and referrals.

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Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with operations, logistics, and finance teams to ensure seamless service delivery and exceptional customer experience.

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Market & Competitor Analysis

• Monitor competitor activity and evolving market conditions to refine strategies and maintain competitive advantage.

 

Skills & Experience:

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• Degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field (preferred but not essential).

• Proven success in business development, sales, or account management—ideally within food and drink manufacturing, logistics, or temperature-controlled services.

• Strong understanding of temperature-controlled warehousing or transport is highly advantageous.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

• Target-driven mindset with a track record of achieving results.

• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently or as part of a team.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Confident using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.

 

Why Join Us?

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This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business and make a measurable impact on both our organisation and the wider food and drink manufacturing sector. If you’re passionate about sales, logistics, and building meaningful commercial relationships, we’d love to hear from you.

 

If you're interested in the position, then please apply and one of our team will be in touch to discuss further.