A133
Located in Tampa, FL
Pay: $90-$120K based on experience
Job Full Description
Business Development Manager – Specialty Foods (Remote, 75% Travel)
Territories: Mid-Atlantic • Midwest • Northeast Industry: Specialty Food Manufacturing Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $90K-$120K plus commission
About the Role
Our client, a leading specialty food manufacturer, is seeking a Business Development Manager to grow sales across key U.S. territories. You’ll drive new business with multi-unit restaurant groups, broadline distributors, and specialty distributors while representing two premium product lines: authentic Latino specialty foods and upscale hors d’oeuvres. This is a remote role with extensive travel and high autonomy.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and grow territory sales across assigned regions
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Secure new business with multi-unit restaurant groups and food distributors
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Build strong relationships with key decision-makers
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Present full product portfolio, including private-label capabilities
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Manage long, complex B2B sales cycles
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Attend trade shows, customer meetings, and industry events
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Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and account updates
Required Experience
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Proven success in business development or outside sales
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Experience in food manufacturing, specialty foods, or foodservice distribution preferred
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Strong background selling to multi-unit restaurant groups and/or distributors
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Deep understanding of foodservice distribution channels
Skills & Abilities
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Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
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Highly organized, self-motivated, and results-driven
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Ability to travel up to 75%
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Strong independent work style
Compensation & Benefits
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Competitive base salary + performance-based incentives
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Uncapped bonus potential
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Comprehensive benefits package
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Full travel expense reimbursement
Why This Role Stands Out
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High autonomy and territory ownership
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Represent two respected specialty food product lines
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Strong market demand and long-term customer relationship potential
Tampa (Northwest), FL
3379
5011 W Hillsborough Ave
Suite C
Tampa, FL 33634
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