Business Development Manager
The Animal People ·www.animalpeoplerecruitment.com
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Business Development Manager (Pet Industry)
Location: Field-Based | Regular Travel to Oxfordshire HQ Required
Salary: Up to £42,000 DOE + Performance Bonus + Company Car Following Successful Probation
Build Something. Make Your Mark. Are you an ambitious pet industry sales professional looking for more than just another territory?
Do you want the opportunity to play a key role in growing a business, increasing market share and helping shape the future of a successful pet wholesale company?
We're partnering exclusively with a growing, founder-led pet wholesale business that is investing in its first dedicated commercial hire to support the next phase of growth.
This is a rare opportunity to join a business with genuine momentum, strong foundations and exciting ambitions for the future.
About
The Business Our client has established a strong reputation within the pet industry, developing long-standing relationships with independent retailers and building a portfolio of premium products that customers genuinely want to stock.
Having successfully built the business and created a loyal customer base, they are now looking for a commercially minded Business Development Manager to help unlock the next stage of growth.
Working directly alongside the founder and leadership team, you'll have genuine autonomy, influence and visibility across the business.
The Opportunity
This is not a maintenance account management role.
We're looking for someone who enjoys creating opportunities, growing customer relationships, identifying commercial opportunities and driving sales growth.
You'll be responsible for:
What Success Looks Like Within your first 12 months you will:
To be considered, you'll need:
Most importantly, you'll be ambitious.
We're looking for someone who sees this as more than just their next job. Someone who wants to grow alongside the business and has aspirations to develop into a senior commercial or sales leadership role in the future.
Why Join?
Location: Field-Based | Regular Travel to Oxfordshire HQ Required
Salary: Up to £42,000 DOE + Performance Bonus + Company Car Following Successful Probation
Build Something. Make Your Mark. Are you an ambitious pet industry sales professional looking for more than just another territory?
Do you want the opportunity to play a key role in growing a business, increasing market share and helping shape the future of a successful pet wholesale company?
We're partnering exclusively with a growing, founder-led pet wholesale business that is investing in its first dedicated commercial hire to support the next phase of growth.
This is a rare opportunity to join a business with genuine momentum, strong foundations and exciting ambitions for the future.
About
The Business Our client has established a strong reputation within the pet industry, developing long-standing relationships with independent retailers and building a portfolio of premium products that customers genuinely want to stock.
Having successfully built the business and created a loyal customer base, they are now looking for a commercially minded Business Development Manager to help unlock the next stage of growth.
Working directly alongside the founder and leadership team, you'll have genuine autonomy, influence and visibility across the business.
The Opportunity
This is not a maintenance account management role.
We're looking for someone who enjoys creating opportunities, growing customer relationships, identifying commercial opportunities and driving sales growth.
You'll be responsible for:
- Growing and developing existing independent retail accounts
- Reactivating dormant customers
- Opening new stockists and business opportunities
- Increasing distribution across your territory
- Building strong retailer partnerships
- Identifying opportunities to increase market share
- Delivering product training and support where required
- Providing market feedback and commercial insight
- Contributing ideas to support wider business growth
What Success Looks Like Within your first 12 months you will:
- Deliver measurable sales growth
- Increase customer engagement and account penetration
- Win new business opportunities
- Grow distribution across your territory
- Bring fresh ideas and commercial insight into the business
- Become a trusted and influential member of the team
To be considered, you'll need:
- Previous field sales experience within the pet industry
- Experience managing and developing independent retail customers
- A proven track record of growing sales and developing customer relationships
- Strong commercial awareness and business acumen
- Confidence working autonomously
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
- A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset
- Full UK driving licence
Most importantly, you'll be ambitious.
We're looking for someone who sees this as more than just their next job. Someone who wants to grow alongside the business and has aspirations to develop into a senior commercial or sales leadership role in the future.
Why Join?
- Join a growing pet wholesale business with genuine momentum
- Work directly with the founder and leadership team
- Make a visible impact from day one
- Enjoy autonomy and responsibility
- Opportunity to influence the future direction of the sales function
- Clear long-term progression opportunities as the business grows
- Salary up to £42,000 DOE
- Performance-related bonus
- Company vehicle following successful probation
- Flexible field-based working
- Ongoing development and progression opportunities
Frequently asked questions
Who is hiring for the Business Development Manager role?
The Animal People is hiring for the Business Development Manager position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Business Development Manager job located?
The Business Development Manager role with The Animal People is based in GB. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Business Development Manager role remote?
Yes — the Business Development Manager position at The Animal People is hybrid. Candidates based in GB are preferred.
What does the Business Development Manager role pay?
The Animal People lists the Business Development Manager role at GBP 36,000–42,000 per year.
Is the Business Development Manager role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at The Animal People.
What experience level is the Business Development Manager role?
The Business Development Manager position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Business Development Manager role at The Animal People?
Apply directly on The Animal People's career page via the Apply button on this listing. ZammeJobs links straight through to the employer's ATS — no third-party form, no resume database.