Field Sales - Local Cider Orchard

Job Title: Field Sales / Business Development Manager (BDM) - South West Region

*REMOTE & FIELD*

• Industry - Cider Sales for South West Region
• Field Sales / BDM
• Ideal Candidate Location - Taunton, Tiverton, Honiton
• £25k - £35k base DOE - Higher base for proven Cider Experience in the area
• Car Allowance - £4,000
• Mileage Paid

About the Role:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and results-driven Business Development Manager to join their team and drive growth in the Devon, Somerset, and Cornwall area. As the current BDM has excelled in covering the entire South West, they are expanding the team to ensure a more targeted approach.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop accounts in Devon, Somerset, and Cornwall areas (South West).
• Oversee direct delivery services and coordinate with third-party wholesalers in the region.
• Attend trade shows and prioritize meetings to negotiate deals.
• Conduct approximately 32 calls per week with one day dedicated to administrative tasks.
• Travel an estimated 300 miles per week.

Requirements:

• Previous success in a BDM role, preferably within the cider industry.
• Experience in the hospitality sector is a plus.
• Confidence, enthusiasm, and a customer-centric approach.
• Flexibility to work from home, with occasional visits to the office.

Perks:

• Competitive salary - Base + Commission. £35k base for candidates with cider industry experience.
• 50% discount in the farm shop and on cider products.
• 4% pension contribution, with discretionary self-top-up.
• Access to owners and a supportive company culture.
• Freedom to work remotely or from the office, with clear targets and a telesales rep for support.

About the Company:

Join a historic family-owned orchard, one of the oldest cider maker in the UK. This orchard spans 90 acres and is committed to using only natural ingredients, creating an aspirational product with a focus on sustainability. The company boasts a zero-waste approach, utilizing wetland lagoons for waste-water, maintaining beehives for orchard vitality, and even incorporating Longhorn cattle into the orchard landscape. With a thriving restaurant, regular open days, and a dedication to organic growth, this company is at the forefront of the cider-making industry.

Join our dynamic team and be part of an exciting phase of growth in the heart of the cider-making tradition!