Hybrid Business Development Manager

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About the role

  • Business Development Manager responsible for building business pipeline and securing high-value opportunities. Leading tender processes and collaborating with stakeholders for Aramark in the UK.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and convert new business opportunities through structured tender and proposal processes.
  • Proactively build a strong food services pipeline via in‑person and phone outreach.
  • Map target accounts and nurture relationships with key decision makers.
  • Prioritise high‑value opportunities based on defined criteria such as revenue potential and geography.
  • Own the full sales cycle, collaborating with subject matter experts from lead creation to contract sign‑off.
  • Lead proposal and bid development, coordinating contributors and ensuring alignment across teams.
  • Partner with Finance and Operations to create commercially viable solutions and maintain internal alignment.
  • Ensure governance and accuracy, including up‑to‑date Salesforce records, compliant processes, and tailored proposal content.

Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year’s experience in contract catering — either in business development or an operational/support role within the sector.
  • Results‑driven with strong commercial awareness.
  • Excellent organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Self‑motivated, proactive, and resilient.
  • Strong communication skills — written, verbal, and presentation.
  • Confident influencing internal and external stakeholders.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Benefits

  • Generous annual leave increasing with service, plus the ability to buy extra
  • Life assurance & pension scheme
  • Access to a benefits platform offering retail discounts, wellbeing support, online GP appointments, cycle‑to‑work, financial guidance, and more
  • Opportunities to experience the culinary talent across our business

Job title

Business Development Manager

Job type

Experience level

Junior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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