Business Development Manager - Foodservice Sales (South Ga/ North FL)

Job description

Field-Based Role: This position covers the Tallahassee, FL market and surrounding South Georgia / North Florida territory.

Food Sales East (FSE) is a growing foodservice sales agency representing leading manufacturers across the Southeast.
We operate with integrity, a strong work ethic, and a team-first mindset-focused on serving our partners, giving back, and driving meaningful growth.
We are seeking a Business Development Manager to drive sales growth by building strong relationships with foodservice operators and distributor partners within the territory.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and manage relationships with distributors and distributor sales reps (DSRs)
- Grow business with foodservice operators across key segments (restaurants, healthcare, education, hospitality)
- Deliver product demonstrations, sales presentations, and menu solutions
- Execute territory sales plans and achieve growth targets
- Represent FSE at sales meetings, ride-alongs, and industry events
- Maintain CRM activity, pipeline tracking, and required reporting

Qualifications

- Foodservice industry experience required; B2B sales experience preferred
- Strong relationship-building and consultative selling skills
- Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working independently
-Effective communication skills
- Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office
- Valid driver's license; ability to lift up to 40 lbs

Travel

- Regular local travel required
- Occasional overnight trips

Compensation & Benefits

- Competitive base salary + bonus opportunity
- Car and cell phone allowance
- PTO and company holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Equal Opportunity Employer
Food Sales East is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected status under applicable law. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.