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We are currently recruiting for aRetail Development Managerto join ourBooker and Makro Wholesale division . This is no ordinary sales role. Together with the General Manager, you will work alongside our Premier symbol operators and independent retailers to build relationships and trust, which will help grow and develop their businesses. This role requires a5-day work week , which may include occasional weekends and bank holidays. You will be responsible fornew business growthin your region through the recruitment of competitor stores and identifying new store opportunities for existing retailers. The purpose of this position is to manage a defined territory with responsibilities includingsales, debt, margin, cash profit , andcustomer satisfaction . There is a particular emphasis onsales growth . To be successful, your skills and experience should include: The ability to work to a routine but adapt to different people and situations. A solution-focused sales approach with a natural desire to problem solve. Resilience to handle difficult conversations when things don’t go as planned. Familiarity with the local area and understanding of social and economic factors affecting it. Willingness to travel frequently. Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, and six support centre locations. At Booker,diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I)are fundamental. We want everyone to feel represented and comfortable being themselves at work. We also support flexible working arrangements to accommodate different life circumstances. Booker is aDisability Confident Committedemployer. For accessibility support, please contactrecruitment@ . Please note: Candidates must be over 18 for roles involving early mornings, late nights, warehouse work, or working with alcohol and in driving roles. High application volumes may lead to early role closures. Feedback is provided only to interviewees. *Booker Group is part of Tesco plc but operates separately, offering different benefits.* For more information, visit