Job Description
Regional Sales Manager- Premium Drinks
Location- London
Salary £38-42,000 + travel allowance, bonus, pension, healthcare and other benefits
Our client is a premium drinks business that has grown rapidly over recent years. This business offers candidates a genuine opportunity to develop, progress and thrive in their careers and with aggressive plans for expansion now is the best time to join the company. We are searching for drinks sales professionals with On Trade sales exposure to drive sales and relationships in the premium groups, bars, clubs and pubs sector.
Armed with a great portfolio of premium brands, the successful candidates will own a specific territory in which they will drive new and existing business. You will achieve and surpass customer sales budgets and return on investment of the range of brands, maximising portfolio sales to achieve growth and brand objectives. These roles will suit energetic drinks sales professionals with a passion and drive for achieving exceptional results and their personal development.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage & Develop listings within key regional bar groups/independents and C&C/RTM accounts.
* Develop individual marketing and sales support plans
* Manage and develop key regional wholesalers to further drive demand and availability for the portfolio of brands.
* Support channel budgets, revenues, sales and profit.
* Identify, recommend and explore new business opportunities
Key Requirements:
* Strong sales exposure & network within the On-Trade channel.
* Ideally a network of contacts with key groups, regional accounts and wholesalers.
* Knowledge of P&L management and planning
* Proven track record of securing listings and building volume
* Ability to present to both bar managers and bar owners.
* Demonstrate strong personal enthusiasm, driven by results and a genuine self-starter.
Essential qualifications/experience required:
* 2-4+ years of drinks sales experience and success in the On-Trade sector
* Demonstrable network of contacts/relationships in the trade
* Passion, energy and drive to progress your career
* Entrepreneurial mindset.
* Excellent communication, planning and interpersonal skills.
Candidates must be based and eligible to work in the UK.
Please provide your CV (in Word or PDF) and current salary/package with your application
Successful candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of their application.