Business Development Manager (Eastern, VA)

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Mebane, NC, USA
In-Office
100K-130K Annually
Senior level
Food
Premier food distributor specializing in authentic Italian cuisine.
The Role
Drive new business and account growth across food-industry customers by winning new accounts, expanding product penetration, building strategic relationships, supporting trade shows and promotions, coaching sales teams, and partnering with marketing and leadership to execute growth initiatives.
Summary Generated by Built In

At Ferraro Foods, our Business Development Managers do more than grow accounts.

They open doors, build strategic relationships, and drive new business across customers in the food industry.

We are looking for a Business Development Manager who knows how to win new business, strengthen key accounts, and drive long-term growth.

What You’ll Bring to the Table

 • Identify and win new business, including targeting competitors’ top accounts
 • Build and grow relationships with high-value and strategic customers
 • Drive profitability through account development and product expansion
 • Partner with sales, marketing, and leadership to execute growth initiatives
 • Present new products, programs, and solutions to customers
 • Support and coach sales teams on relationship management and account growth
 • Stay closely connected to customer needs and market trends
 • Help plan and support trade shows, customer events, and promotions

The Ingredients for Success

 • Strong experience in sales, business development, or account management
 • Ability to build relationships and influence decision-makers
 • Strong presentation, communication, and negotiation skills
 • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
 • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment
 • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and sales tools
 • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel

Why You’ll Love Working Here

 • Opportunity to drive meaningful business growth and win new accounts
 • Work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams
 • High visibility role with strong impact on company performance
 • Work with a company that truly understands the food industry
 • Be part of a team that supports customers across the food industry

The Details

 • Territory: Charlotte, NC
 • Schedule: Mon - Fri | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
 • Compensation: $100,000 - $130,000, salary is commensurate with experience.
 • Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid holidays, and additional voluntary benefit offerings.

Apply today and help grow the business behind every great customer we serve across the food industry!

Ferraro Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.


Mon - Fri | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills Required

  • Strong experience in sales, business development, or account management
  • Ability to build relationships and influence decision-makers
  • Strong presentation, communication, and negotiation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and sales tools
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel
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The Company
HQ: Piscataway, New Jersey
553 Employees
Year Founded: 1975

What We Do

Established in 1975 in Green Brook, New Jersey, Ferraro Foods initially operated out of a small garage with just a single truck. Today, Ferraro Foods still operates with an emphasis on family values and principles and has become recognized by local pizzerias/trattorias as the most dependable and service-oriented distributor in the marketplace. Today, we have expanded to now serve 8,000 customers throughout eastern United States, with a presence in 23 states. Ferraro transports not only products designated for the Italian trade, but over 14,000 items that cater to casual dining establishments. Ferraro Foods offers 25+ exclusive brands in categories such as cheese, specialty meats, prepared appetizers, Italian products, seafood and non-foods. To learn more about Ferraro Foods, please visit ferrarofoods.com.

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