Job Description

About Bismillah Fresh Market Ltd

Bismillah Fresh Market Ltd is a growing grocery retailer committed to providing high-quality products, excellent customer service, and a strong community presence. We are now seeking a motivated and commercially focused

Business Development Manager

to support our store's expansion, increase revenue, and strengthen supplier relationships. We would like to introduce B2B Business.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager to join our organisation. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and expanding our market presence. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and strategic direction of our company, working closely with cross-functional teams to achieve commercial objectives. The ideal applicant will possess excellent communication skills, a proactive attitude, and experience with CRM software such as Salesforce.

Responsibilities

Sales Growth & New Business Development

Identify and pursue new business opportunities to increase sales and expand product categories. Develop growth strategies that boost revenue, footfall, and overall customer spend. Implement effective promotions, seasonal campaigns, and pricing strategies.

Supplier & Vendor Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and wholesalers. Negotiate favourable pricing, contracts, and delivery terms. Source new products that meet customer demand and improve store profitability.

Market Research & Analysis

Conduct research on customer trends, competitor activity, and market developments. Analyse sales data to identify opportunities for improvement. Prepare performance reports and accurate sales forecasts for management.

Customer & Community Engagement

Engage with customers to understand their needs and improve satisfaction. Support customer loyalty initiatives and store promotions. Introduce new products and services that enhance the shopping experience.

Operational & In-Store Support

Oversee merchandising standards, product placement, and promotional displays. Collaborate with operations, finance, and marketing teams to ensure smooth execution of business plans. Assist with inventory management, waste reduction, and efficient stock rotation.

Collaboration & Networking

Represent Bismillah Fresh Market Ltd at supplier meetings, food markets, and industry events. Build strong partnerships to support long-term growth. Develop growth strategies that boost revenue, footfall, and overall customer spend. Implement effective promotions, seasonal campaigns, and pricing strategies.

Requirements

Previous experience in

business development, sales, retail management

, or a similar commercial role. Experience working in

grocery retail, supermarkets, FMCG, or food supply chains

(preferred but not essential). Proven ability to

increase sales, introduce new product lines, or grow customer engagement

. Experience negotiating

supplier contracts, pricing, and delivery terms

. Background in building and maintaining

supplier and customer relationships

. Experience analysing

sales data, market trends, and customer behaviour

to create actionable business plans.

Qualifications Required

Strong knowledge of

business development, sales strategy, or retail operations

. Excellent

communication, negotiation, and relationship-building

skills. Good analytical ability with experience using

Excel or business reporting tools

Must have a gradate degree from UK establishment.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 40,000.00-42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Sick pay Store discount
Work Location: In person