Business Development Manager - Food Service at Musgrave NI

Position Business Development Manager - Food Service
Posted 23 Jun 2026
Expired 23 Jul 2026
Company Musgrave NI
Location United Kingdom | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Business Development Manager Food Service

Location: Derry/London Derry

Permanent

Join Musgrave A Legacy of Innovation, Community, and Excellence

Musgrave is one of Europes most successful family-owned businesses, with a rich 150-year legacy in food and brand innovation. We`re proud to serve communities across Ireland and Spain, feeding one in three people every day through 18 iconic brands like SuperValu, Centra, Mace, Frank and Honest, and Musgrave MarketPlace. By supporting thousands of retail and foodservice family businesses, we make a positive impact on the communities they serve. We`re committed to becoming the most trusted and sustainable business in Ireland, and we`re looking for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey.

As we continue our journey toward becoming Irelands most trusted and sustainable business, we have an exciting opportunity for a successful candidate to join our team as an Business Development Manager, Food Service.

This role will responsible for developing a defined territory as outlined by the Sales Manager NI with total responsibility for sales, debt, margin and profit. Particular emphasis on sales growth with dual focus on new account generation and loyalty growth with existing Musgrave customers.

What youll be doing

  • Exceed agreed territory sales budget and stretch budget and margin targets for the NI business.
  • Develop the territory by managing a prospect list to secure new foodservice customers linked to the current commercial plan
  • Expanding the range that is currently being supplied to existing accounts by focussing on multi-temperature delivery opportunity over chilled, frozen and ambient ranges
  • Increase our customers buying base by actively seeking out key competitor accounts.
  • Maintain all accounts within Musgraves credit terms.
  • Maintain Territory Management costs within allocated budgets, through good time management, resources management, and the most effective call pattern for each customer Ensure excellent customer service through friendly, accurate field communication and good administration practices.
  • Provide accurate and relevant information on competitor activity and other trade field information to the Sales Manager NI.
  • Complete all administration e.g.4 week journey plans achievement report, weekly sales reports, record cards and gains and losses report.
  • Manage customer margin targets in line with overall territory targets
  • Sales Blitz activity as required as part of a company overall sales drive.

What we are looking for

  • 5 + GCSEs
  • Full clean driving licence
  • Networking (sales community)
  • 3 + years experience in proactive field sales and achieved targets in Foodservice environment
  • MS Office

What is nice to have

  • Understanding of the catering business model
  • Experience and knowledge of the multi temperature areas in foodservice a distinct advantage

What we Offer or Why Musgrave:

Career Development: With a commitment to your personal and professional growth, Musgrave offers numerous opportunities for advancement and learning.

Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate team, where your contributions will make a significant impact

Innovation Focus: Be part of a company that values forward-thinking solutions

Community Focus: Be part of a company that truly values its communities and strives to make a positive impact.

Be Part of a Legacy: Join a company with a long-standing commitment to community and innovation.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and vision.

Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from diverse candidates. If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know.

Musgrave operate a Work Smart hybrid working model where you can alternate your time between connecting and collaborating in the business and working remotely.


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Job Info:

  • Company: Musgrave NI
  • Position: Business Development Manager - Food Service
  • Work Location: United Kingdom
  • Country: GB

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