Business Development Manager

Job Description

Job Description

The Business Development Manager is responsible for driving new business growth while maintaining strong client relationships across the restaurant industry. This role requires a proactive and strategic approach to identify opportunities, start meaningful conversations, and build trust with operators from the first meeting through ongoing support. The position represents Chow Purchasing in the local market, helping multi-unit restaurant brands gain control of their supply chain and improve profitability.

Who we are :

A Progressive Foodservice Purchasing Group created to assist large independent and small chain restaurants in lowering their cost of goods. We do so by using the collective purchasing power of our members to negotiate extremely low distributor margins, aggressive manufacturer deals, and product buy ins that are normally only offered to large chain restaurants. With years of "insider" experience, we have first hand knowledge of exactly how to acquire the absolute best deals and secure the lowest delivered prices for our members.

This position is remotely based with clients in the Dallas to San Antonio markets . Travel expectations is 25-40%. We are unable to offer work sponsorship for this role.

Your impact :

• Research and identify target restaurant groups in assigned markets.
• Proactively contact restaurant operators through email, phone, social media, and in-person visits.
• Schedule and lead introductory meetings to explain Chow's services and value proposition.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified leads using CRM tools.
• Represent Chow at local industry events and networking opportunities.
• Serve as the primary liaison for accounts brought on board, facilitating onboarding and early-phase support.
• Conduct periodic client check-ins to ensure long-term retention and satisfaction.
• Collaborate w / internal teams to document & share client goals, open items and historical context
• Track & manage client projects, escalations and ongoing tasks through platforms
• Review daily / weekly reports related to pricing, usage, credits, compliance and distributor performance
• Address trends or issues surfaced in client data and propose strategic adjustments.
• Contribute to business reviews and prepare summary reports for clients.
• Monitor client engagement, responsiveness, and potential pain points.
• Proactively raise red flags or satisfaction concerns to leadership

About you :

Not sure you meet every qualification? Studies show that diverse applicants often hesitate to apply unless they check every box. At Buyers Edge Platform, we value authenticity and inclusion—if you're excited about the role, we encourage you to apply. You might be exactly who we're looking for!

What's in this for you :

We welcome all.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.