Business Development Manager - Poultry & Egg Production - West + National Coverage

An expanding business within the UK poultry and egg production sector is looking for a Business Development Manager to grow its network of contract egg producers and develop new farming partnerships. Working directly with poultry farmers and agricultural businesses, you will identify suitable producers, develop commercial opportunities and negotiate agreements to support future supply requirements. This is a remote, field based position, primarily covering the western regions of the UK, with some national travel required.

It would suit someone with a strong agricultural background who enjoys building relationships, winning new business and developing long-term commercial partnerships.

• Identifying and securing new contract egg producers to expand the existing network
• Building relationships with poultry farmers and other agricultural businesses
• Assessing potential farms and their suitability for contract production
• Negotiating commercial agreements, including egg pricing and producer incentives
• Supporting new producers through the onboarding process
• Discussing egg production systems, bird performance and farm development opportunities
• Working closely with egg supply and farm liaison teams to meet production requirements
• Maintaining an accurate pipeline of opportunities, forecasts and business development records
• Representing the business at agricultural shows, industry events and producer meetings

Our client is an established business operating across the UK poultry and egg production sector, with interests in farming, egg packing and food processing. With a focus on quality, strong producer relationships and sustainable growth, the business is looking to expand its network of farming partners to meet customer demand. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct contribution to that expansion.

• Experience in agricultural business development, farm liaison, producer engagement or a similar commercial role
• Good understanding of farming businesses and the ability to identify suitable commercial opportunities
• Proven relationship-building, communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to develop partnerships and secure new business
• Poultry or egg production knowledge would be advantageous, although experience in agricultural sales, livestock, feed or other farming sectors will be considered
• Organised and self-motivated, with the ability to manage a sales pipeline, maintain accurate records and work independently
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across the UK
• Experience with contract farming arrangements, CRM systems and Microsoft Excel would also be beneficial

• Salary of £60,000 per annum
• Remote and field based working
• Primary coverage across the western regions of the UK, with some national travel
• High level of autonomy and responsibility
• Opportunity to develop a growing network of agricultural producers
• Key commercial role within an established poultry and egg production business
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK

All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.