Foodservice Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager – Meat Industry (Chicago-Based)

Location: Chicago, IL (South Side travel required)
Employment Type: Full-time

We’re growing—and we’re looking for a Business Development Manager with a passion for sales and deep experience in the meat industry. This is a high-impact, hunter-style role focused solely on new business acquisition. If you thrive in building relationships from the ground up and closing complex deals, this is the opportunity to make your mark.

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Identifying, targeting, and securing new foodservice customers (from small distributors to large-scale buyers)

• Building a robust pipeline and driving prospects through the full sales cycle—from initial contact to closed business

• Executing consistent, high-quality follow-up to ensure strong conversion and long-term success

• Developing business opportunities specifically around fresh/raw meat products—particularly pork, beef, and potentially chicken

• Helping shape and build out our steak-cutting business, with strong input from your own experience and expertise

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience selling fresh/raw meat products, ideally across multiple proteins

• A track record of success selling into the foodservice channel, working with clients ranging from small independent buyers to large-scale distributors (8 to 80 in size)

• A true hunter—someone energized by cold outreach, new conversations, and building something from nothing

• A closer—you don’t just start the deal, you finish it, with detailed follow-through and clear execution

• Strong working knowledge of Salesforce.com (SFDC) and comfort using it daily to manage pipeline and customer activity

• A background in steak cutting or steak program development is a major plus

Additional Details:

• Location: Chicago-based required