Food Business Developer Job at IKEA (Minato-Ku)

Business Development Manager

The Business Development Manager is responsible for the overall sales management...

Location

Canada , Mississauga

Salary:

Not provided

Aramark UK

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

College or University graduate in Foodservice Management, Health Services, Administration, Hospitality or Marketing preferred
Must have a minimum 2-year college degree or diploma
Minimum 3 years experience as sales manager, operational manager, in healthcare, institutional foodservice or hospitality setting
Operations experience in healthcare, senior living, hospitality or food and beverages would be an asset

Job Responsibility

Actively manages sales pipeline and new business development opportunities to prospect and sell new customers to the Avendra group programs
Actively maintains ongoing sales contacts with potential prospects and represents the organization at various conferences and trade events
Utilizes social media and sales tools (Sales Navigator, etc.) to actively promote the CPS brands
Manages competitive information and sales knowledge through Sales Force
Reviews all channel opportunities on a regular basis to ensure an active pipeline is maintained
Uncover new sales channels/sectors (Associations, partnerships/alliances/endorsements)
Responsible to sell and drive adoption of eCPS programs including menu management systems, controlled order guide, eCPS purchasing platform adoption, eCPS instructor, and other resources and tools to promote overall value of program
With support from supply chain analytics group, analyze competitive purchase data and completes price comparisons to identify into unit pricing advantages and program rewards opportunities
Prepares sales presentations and proposals utilizing existing templates
Support and represent the company’s industry profile by participating in corporate and industry functions and events through building client and industry relationships and networks

Fulltime

Account Manager / Business Development Manager

Account Manager / Business Development Manager role for a growing FMCG business....

Location

United Kingdom , Crowborough

Salary:

30000.00 - 35000.00 GBP / Year

Office Angels

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years of account management or sales experience in a B2B role
Experience selling a diverse product portfolio
Desirable - a background within food / packaging or FMCG
Proven track record of growing existing accounts and achieving KPIs
Familiarity with structured sales processes and proposal development
Experience with CRM systems for opportunity management and account oversight
Strong communication skills - phone, emails and face to face
Ability to build lasting relationships with procurement and contract managers
Comprehensive understanding of product information to guide customers effectively
Excellent sales skills: rapport building, questioning, objection handling, and closing

Job Responsibility

Manage incoming sales calls, orders and enquires from existing clients
Execute the sales process efficiently and professionally to existing clients and grow accounts by introducing new product ranges to expand sales
Managing a portfolio of existing clients and action quarterly calls and half year reviews and an annual site visit to build relationships and ensure the best possible service
Managing new business calls and identify possible new clients to grow business portfolio
Set and manage client expectations regarding product availability, costs, and timelines
Liaise with suppliers and team members to resolve queries
Offer tailored solutions that meet customer requirements in terms of application and budget
Assist with technical enquiries under the guidance of the Managing Director
Understand and implement our pricing policy accurately and consistently

What we offer

20 days holiday + BH
Christmas Close
Parking
Pension
Company Socials events
Sick Pay
Career development opportunities
Bonus

Fulltime

Senior Process Development Technologist

As a Senior Process Development Technologist, you will carry out all relevant ma...

Location

United Kingdom , Spalding

Salary:

Not provided

Greencore Group

Expiration Date

January 18, 2026

Requirements

Desired: educated to degree level in a food science or related subject
Ideally qualifications essential such as Level 3 Food Hygiene, Level 2 Health and safety, Level 2 Hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP), Level 2 Sensory Training and Level 2 Micro biological training
Experienced in evaluation and interpretation of shelf-life results
Experienced in interpretation of customer codes of practice
Experienced working with different types of computer programmes and can demonstrate experience analysing project results
Knowledge of legal labelling legislation and a variety of retailer web-based systems is desirable
Understanding of technology relevant to business area and area of responsibility and a demonstratable understanding of technical key performance indicators
Can demonstrate the following skills and experiences, GMP knowledge of techniques, basic hygiene principles, basic legal labelling, and basic knowledge of weight legislation
Essential: Work experience within a food manufacturing environment and process
Must be able to take part in taste panels

Job Responsibility

Provide information to support the creation of customer and factory specifications which lead to the production of accurate and appropriate product labelling information
Responsible for the planning, preparation and successful execution of process development and line trials to deliver customer requirements and process improvements
Provide process guidance and advice to cross functional manufacturing teams to promote adoption of new practices or process for increased efficiency
Monitor and communicate process trends to ensure launch date adherence, maximum process optimisation and effective communication to customers
Challenge and investigate potential continuous improvement projects and facilitate relevant trials to drive process and product enhancements opportunities
Ensure the output of all line trials are fully documented with adherence to food safety, quality standards and customer requirements are met
Assessment of equipment capability to ensure that process standards are in line with company and customer requirements to drive improvements
Ensure that a safe working environment exists for colleagues and that as a minimum the department meets the standards set out in the Health, Safety and Environment Policy

What we offer

Competitive salary and job-related benefits
Holidays
Pension up to 8% matched
Life insurance up to 4x salary
Company share save scheme
Greencore Qualifications
Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform
Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform
Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies
on the job training and development opportunities

Fulltime

Food Scientist

The Food Scientist will provide technical expertise to new product development f...

Location

Canada , London

Salary:

Not provided

Cargill

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Diploma/Certificate or bachelor’s degree in Food Science or equivalent experience
Experience working in a manufacturing environment
Two or more years of professional experience combined in the following areas: protein formulation development, ingredient functionality and product commercialization
Must be willing to participate in sensory evaluation of animal protein products
Minimum of two years of related work experience
Ability to travel up to 30% of the time, into US and Canada
Ability to support early or late hours or weekends as needed
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Possess a valid, full Canadian Driver’s Licence in good standing, authorizing you to drive independently during the course of your employment
Must be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada

Job Responsibility

Identify product growth and new product opportunities
Participate in sensory evaluation of animal protein products with cross functional teams and with customers
Provide technical guidance and leadership on products, process development and improvement, and support for quality systems and regulatory oversight
Partner and stay connected with cross functional teams that include marketing, insights, sales, ops, food safety quality and regulatory
Provide findings and analysis with insights, research, and commercial brand to develop short- and long-term testing programs for experimental and commercial products and hybrids
Collaborate and build partnership with sales, business management and marketing partners to identify customer needs and translate these into new product development opportunities
Independently solve moderately complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff
Other duties as assigned

What we offer

Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Fulltime

R&D Manager, Product Development

The Manager, Product Development is responsible for executing and managing new p...

Location

United States , Ontario, California

Salary:

110000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Year

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong foundation in food chemistry, microbiology, and/or process engineering
Advanced expertise in research methodologies, statistical analysis, and experimental design
Extensive experience in the full cycle of food product development, from recipe formulation and ingredient selection to factory-scale commercialization
Culinary experience is an asset, with proven success in formulating and developing recipes, and managing products from benchtop to commercial launch
Skilled in assessing team members' capabilities and fostering opportunities for growth and development
Proven project management experience, with the ability to set priorities and drive multiple projects to successful outcomes
Willingness to travel, with flexibility to accommodate up to 25% travel annually, based on business and project needs

Job Responsibility

Execute and manage new product development, continuous quality improvement, production transfers, profit enhancement, and technology development within the assigned product category, from benchtop to manufacturing scale-up
Execute the development of new products while continuously enhancing quality to meet company and customer specifications
Collaborate with and advise sales, marketing, and customer service representatives on new product requirements and specifications, target product quality, and resolution of customer complaints
Manage various aspects of product development, including cost analysis, packaging design, photo shoots, and other R&D initiatives
Create new and improved product samples for internal testing and provide prototypes to potential clients
Conduct product testing in the test kitchen, develop specific processing methods in the laboratory, and finalize them through Commercial Production (CP) tests in the production facility
Develop and implement monitoring methods and procedures for projects, including preparing records for expenditures, research findings, progress reports, and staff meetings to keep management informed of project status
Follow the New Product Introduction (NPI) process, developing recipes, production control sheets, and procedures for approval during product assessments
Support the presentation of new products and technologies to customers by providing technical assistance as requested by the marketing department
Cultivate and maintain relationships with vendors and customers, understanding their needs and identifying opportunities for growth, innovation, and improvement

What we offer

annual bonus

Fulltime

Sales Development Representative

We’re now hiring motivated Sales Development Representatives to help accelerate ...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

Hwy Haul

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3-5 years of successful experience in Sales, Business Development, or similar customer-facing roles
Previous SaaS or Logistics/Transportation industry experience is highly preferred
Strong communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills
Proven ability to prospect, engage, and build relationships with customers across multiple channels (email, phone, LinkedIn, etc.)
Highly organized, detail-oriented, self-driven individual comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment
Familiarity with CRM systems (HubSpot, Pipedrive, Salesforce, FreshSales, etc.) and other outreach tools (LinkedIn Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, Apollo.io, Outreach.io)
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Job Responsibility

Identifying, qualifying, and engaging prospects
Scheduling qualified meetings/demos for sales executives
Researching, identifying, and prospecting potential customers within targeted industries (Food, Fresh Produce, Retail, Manufacturing, Distribution, etc.)
Engaging leads through emails, calls, LinkedIn, and other outreach channels
Conducting initial discovery conversations to identify customer pain points, business goals, and qualification criteria
Collaborating closely with Marketing and Sales teams to execute targeted outreach campaigns
Using CRM (e.g., HubSpot/Salesforce) consistently to track activities and manage pipeline growth

What we offer

Excellent medical, dental and vision benefits
401(k) match
Paid time off
Remote or hybrid locations with fun teammates

Sales Manager

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Sales Manager to work for a well-esta...

Location

United Kingdom , Northamptonshire

Salary:

60000.00 GBP / Year

Wallace Hind

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

You MUST have a proven track record in selling to Engineering Managers or Project Managers in the food manufacturing and processing industries
You WILL be ambitious and able and willing to generate new business
Any engineering or technical background would be advantageous but is not essential

Job Responsibility

Develop new business with both existing & new known clients in the food industry
Achieve a realistic first-year target of £1 million turnover
Handle an order value range of up to £350,000

What we offer

OTE is £10,000 in year one but open ended
Company Car or Car Allowance
Excellent promotion prospects

Fulltime

Sales Executive

Ever considered a career within FMCG? Interested in working for a brand you see...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

30000.00 - 35000.00 GBP / Year

Signature Career Management

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

6 months + demonstrable experience in territory sales management
FMCG experience is advantageous
An organised individual, capable of prioritising and balancing your workload
Display strong communication skills with confidence
A proactive self-starter who takes ownership of results
A commercial mindset with a strong attention to detail
An ambitious individual with the drive to progress and develop
A team player

Job Responsibility

Business development with ‘Wholesale/ Convenience’ customers driving sales growth
Work closely with customers to improve relationships and enhance their offering
Working with retailers and wholesalers on sampling campaigns
Support the National Account Controller with various tasks, from launching NPD to loading promotions and Joint Business Plans

Fulltime

Food Business Developer

IKEA

Location:
Japan , Minato-Ku

Category:
Purchasing

Contract Type:
Not provided

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January 10, 2026

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