About the Company
We are an industry leader in the global supply of speciality food ingredients and pharmaceutical excipients. We have been established for over 120 years and are proud to be an independent business combining trusted technical expertise with a personal approach to customer service. Our product portfolio includes hydrocolloids, emulsifiers, stabilisers, and clean-label solutions.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a motivated Business Development Associate to join our growing team and help strengthen our SME customer base. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a rewarding career in B2B sales with a company respected for its expertise and innovation. You’ll work alongside industry specialists who will support your development and help you build the technical knowledge needed for a long-term and rewarding career with the Company.
The Role
In this newly created role, reporting to our Head of Sales, you’ll play a key part in expanding our SME portfolio by:
- Managing and developing existing customer accounts.
- Identifying, nurturing and securing new business opportunities.
- Taking ownership of a defined portfolio and delivering against sales KPIs.
- Engaging with customers via phone, email, video calls, and presentations.
- Staying up to date with industry trends, products, and market developments.
- Working closely with our experienced team, gaining insights into our products and customers to build strong, lasting relationships.
About You
We’re looking for someone who combines commercial drive with a genuine interest in the food ingredients industry. You’ll bring:
- Experience in business development, account management, or B2B sales support, preferably within FMCG
- Ideally some background or exposure to the food ingredients, nutrition, or related sectors.
- Perhaps some technical or NPD knowledge in a relevant sector.
- Excellent communication, organisation, and relationship-building skills.
- A self-motivated, proactive approach with the ambition to grow in a technical sales environment.
- Strong IT skills and experience with ERP/CRM
What we offer
We value the people who help us grow. That’s why we offer:
- A competitive salary up to £35,000 with uncapped commission, OTE (£40,000–£45,000+).
- A 35 hour working week based at our Epping (CM16) office, with free parking provided and an early finish on Fridays.
- 25 days holiday, rising to 28 days with service, plus public holidays.
- Access to Company pension scheme, life insurance and income protection.
- Free fruit and hot drinks, ongoing training, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, company social events.
Our advert will close once sufficient applications are received, so early application is advised. Please provide responses to ALL pre screening questions.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Life insurance
Application question(s):
- What is the postcode of where you reside and how would you travel to CM16 4AE (eg, drive, public transport)?
- Please summarise in 2 or 3 sentences your knowledge/experience most relevant to our role
- Please highlight your FMCG experience
- Please highlight your ERP/CRM experience
- What is your basic salary expectation (excluding commission)?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
