Business Development Manager

You can't make the perfect apple pie without the right mix of ingredients, and you can't make a great company without the right mix of people. For more than 50 years, Chudleigh's has been an important part of people's lives. Our success hinges on the innovative, dedicated, and inspiring individuals who make up our team, and who pride themselves on making every Chudleigh's experience sweet.

Today, we do our baking in a modern 110,000 square foot bakery, five minutes down the road from our family farm. With 200 dedicated full-time employees, we make delicious desserts for customers across North America and beyond
Come join our sweet team as a Business Development Manager

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Competitive Health, Dental & Vision Benefits (100% employer paid)
• RRSP Matching Program
• 3 Weeks' Annual Vacation
• Anniversary Paid Day Off
• Personal Development/Education Fund
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Safety Shoe Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Rewards and Recognition Programs:
  Programs that recognize and reward employee achievements and contributions.
• Community Engagement:
  Opportunities to participate in community service and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
• Inclusive Workplace:
  An inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued and respected.
• Sustainability Commitment:
  Work for a company committed to sustainability and making a positive impact on the environment.

Job Type:
Permanent, Full-time

Core Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company sales targets, objectives and KPI's.
• Monitor and analyze sales metrics, generate regular reports, and provide insights to senior management.
• Identify new business opportunities and develop strategies to expand the customer base.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, understand their needs and provide exceptional customer service.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to develop strategies for business growth.
• Stay up to date with industry developments, new products, and market trends.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to build awareness and network with potential customers.
• Other tasks as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field (preferred).
• 4-7 years of retail sales experience in the food manufacturing industry. Private Label experience is preferred.
• 3-5 years of proven experience as a sales manager or in a similar sales leadership role.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills
• Strong track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Proficient in using CRM software and other sales management tools.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Availability to travel for customer meetings, tradeshows, and industry events.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Dessert Manufacturing Facility or Bakery experience.
• Experience in Food, CPG, Foodservice, or Manufacturing
• Existing network within retail, food service, or distribution channels.
• Training or certification in sales, negotiation, or business development techniques

In compliance with Bill 190, we confirm that this job posting is for a new vacancy within our organization. Chudleigh's Ltd. is committed to maintaining a diverse and fair workforce. Job applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact our People & Culture Team ).

Thank you for your interest in Chudleigh's Bakery.