Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager
Location: Houston
Reports to: Director of Business Development

Company Overview
Our client is a rapidly growing leader in co-packing and manufacturing high-quality food products for restaurants and CPG brands in Texas. They partner with emerging and established brands to market innovative, scalable food solutions.
As they expand, they seek a Business Development Manager to support the growth strategy by driving new customer acquisition and fostering strong relationships with targeted accounts. This is a key opportunity for a rising sales professional with 3–5 years of experience who wants to grow under the mentorship of an established Director of Business Development.

What YOU Will Do

• Identify and develop new business opportunities through research, prospecting, and outbound engagement, including cold calling, networking, and site visits.
• Support the sales pipeline by qualifying leads, preparing proposals, and participating in presentations to prospective customers.
• Collaborate closely with the Director of Business Development on sales strategies, pricing proposals, and account prioritization.
• Maintain ongoing relationships with existing accounts, ensuring customer satisfaction and uncovering opportunities for growth.
• Track and report sales activities, opportunities, and pipeline updates in the company’s CRM system.
• Stay informed on market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to identify new areas for potential business.
• Participate in trade shows, industry events, and customer visits as required.

What You Need to Succeed

• 3–5 years of sales or business development experience in a B2B setting, ideally within food, beverage, or CPG manufacturing/distribution.
• Proven ability to generate leads, qualify prospects, and support the closing of new business deals.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly.
• Comfortable making outbound calls and engaging with decision-makers at multiple levels.
• Highly organized with strong time management and follow-up abilities.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and MS Office Suite.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

What’s in It for You

• Competitive base salary plus commission structure.
• Mentorship and training from a senior-level business development leader.
• Career advancement opportunities in a high-growth organization.
• Collaborative team culture with a focus on innovation, quality, and service excellence.
• Exposure to high-value client relationships and national account strategies.

This role is ideal for a motivated, relationship-focused professional who is ready to take the next step in their sales career and contribute to the continued success of a thriving food manufacturing business.

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