Are you a commercially savvy Business Development Manager with a passion for spirits and the On Trade sector? This is your chance to step into a national role and make a real impact! đź’Ą
The Business:
I'm recruiting on behalf of an ambitious and fast-growing spirits distribution business that works across a diverse portfolio of brands, from accessible crowd-pleasers to premium, craft-led labels. With deep expertise in sales, marketing and long-term customer relationships, they partner with some of the most exciting names in the drinks industry, and they’re now looking for their next rising star in the North West 🌟
The Role:
As Business Development Manager, you’ll support the On-Trade Lead to deliver commercial success across key national and regional on-trade groups, wholesalers, and RTM customers. This is a high-visibility role with real scope to shape growth in some of the UK’s most influential hospitality accounts.
* Support the delivery of commercial plans across a portfolio of national and regional on-trade customers.
* Develop and manage strong relationships with wholesale partners and RTM routes.
* Collaborate closely with key wholesalers to ensure effective brand representation and drive volume.
* Analyse sales performance and customer data to identify growth opportunities and optimise account strategies.
* Implement promotional plans and support brand activations across target venues and customer groups.
* Represent the brand portfolio at trade shows, tastings, and industry events.
* Work cross-functionally with brand and marketing teams to ensure alignment with customer-facing activity.
About You:
* Experience in FMCG account management, ideally within drinks or hospitality.
* A solid understanding of the On Trade and wholesale landscape.
* Previous experience working with wholesale partners or RTM channels is highly desirable.
* Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
* Commercially sharp with confidence in using data to inform decision-making (Excel skills a must).
* Resilient, proactive, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
* ÂŁ40,000-ÂŁ45,000 base salary
* Car allowance
* Bonus
* Generous benefits package
If you’re excited by the idea of building something brilliant and love the energy of the On Trade, I’d love to hear from you! 🙌🏼
Please get in touch with Evie Coates or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy.
đź“žCall: 07441934127
đź’»Email: evie.coates@advocate-group.co.uk
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