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Business Development Executive Nestle

Job in Reading, Berkshire, RG1, England, UK
Listing for: Acosta Europe
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-17
Job specializations:
  • Sales
    Sales Representative, Business Development, Sales Development Rep/SDR
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 30000 GBP Yearly GBP 30000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Business Development Executive Nestle (Permanent)
Field Sales Executive Sell Iconic Brands. Own your territory. Win the day with Acosta Europe AND Nestle Grocery.

Client:
Nestlé – Grocery

Role:
Business Development Executive

Location:

South - Field-based (Territory-based role)

Contract:

Permanent

Salary: £30,000 per annum, Plus Opportunity to earn up to 10% quarterly bonus in relation to performance based measures, plus Company Car, Fuel Card & Tech Provided

This isn't just another field sales role.

Why not become the face of some of the UK's most loved brands?

Are you a natural relationship‑builder who loves being out in the field, driving brand growth and spotting commercial opportunities? Are you motivated, energetic, and ready to build a career in sales with one of the world's most iconic FMCG brands? This is your opportunity to represent Nestlé in major retailers, across wholesale depots, independent retailers and convenience channels.

Acosta Europe is looking for an energetic and self‑motivated Business Development Executive to champion Nestlé Cereals. This is a fantastic opportunity to represent some of the biggest household brands while shaping their visibility and performance in the marketplace.

What You'll Be Doing

As a key ambassador for Nestlé, you'll take ownership of growing brand awareness, availability and distribution across your territory. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Driving Performance

Increase brand visibility and distribution within wholesale and convenience channels.

Build strong relationships with depot managers, key decision makers and store contacts.

Use sales data to identify and communicate new product opportunities.

Generate central orders with key contacts to maximise availability.

Maintain core distribution and champion new product lines.

Identify merchandising opportunities to boost visibility and sales.

Ensure all promotional activity is correctly implemented and available in-store.

Insight & Reporting

Record all activity data accurately using company systems.

Capture high‑quality photos and provide clear descriptions of your work.

Share feedback on store changes, competitor activity and market trends.

Communicate directly with the client on performance and challenges.

Technical & Operational

Use sales data and support materials to pre‑sell promotional activity.

Understand in‑store systems to influence orders and take corrective actions.

Complete monthly expenses and manage promotional budget trackers.

Attend regular team meetings and produce case studies and reports.

Sound interesting? What we're looking for in our Business Development Executives

You don't need years of sales experience to succeed here. We're looking for attitude, energy, and potential.

As a Business Development Executive you will be

Confident, self-motivated, and target driven

Great at building rapport and influencing people

Self‑motivated, determined and comfortable working independently.

Organised, reliable, and comfortable working independently

Happy working in a fast-paced, ever-changing landscape

IT literate and confident using mobile data capture tools

You'll need:

A full UK Manual Driving Licence

Previous retail, FMCG, or sales experience is desirable—but not essential. If you're ambitious and eager to learn, we want to hear from you?

Additional Requirements

Ability to store some equipment/stock at home.

Why work for Acosta Europe?

Working Environment
- Responsibility and real ownership of your patch whilst working with Nestlé, a globally recognised and trusted brand

Comprehensive Healthcare –Access to Medicare plus life insurance and Employee Assistance Programme.

Generous Pension Plan – Growing contributions as your service increases helping you plan for the future.

Paid Time Off – 22 days holiday, plus bank holidays to recharge.

Paid Volunteering Day – Make a difference in your community.

Career Development – access to Acosta University and internal promotion programs.

Company Tools – Including state of the art technology to ensure you are set up for success, including Laptop and mobile phone.

Inclusive Culture – supportive, diverse, and values-driven environment.

Employee Engagement – social events, recognition programs, and wellness initiatives.

This is a role for people who want more than “just a job”. It's for people who want momentum, progression and recognition. Is this you?

At Acosta Europe, we believe diversity and inclusion are the foundation of innovation and success. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences, creating a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. If you're looking for a role where you can be out in the field, make a visible impact, and build a future in FMCG sales—this is your moment, Apply Now
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