Job Description
Field-based Key Account Manager role covering the Brighton region. £30k–£38k base + car allowance, fuel card & bonus.
Key Account Manager
Brighton area
Salary: £30,000 – £38,000 base
Permanent
Are you an energetic, proactive sales professional who thrives in the field? Our client, a rapidly expanding business within the drinks sector, is seeking a talented Key Account Manager to drive growth across the Brighton area.
This is a fantastic opportunity to build long-lasting customer relationships while developing your territory with full autonomy and support.
Why join our client
You’ll gain a competitive package, strong development opportunities, and the chance to help shape an exciting, youthful sales operation.
With bonuses, travel perks and great team culture, this is a role designed for ambitious people wanting to make an impact.
Salary & Benefits
* Car allowance (approx. £6,000 p/a, flexible)
* Fuel card
* Company credit card
* Performance-based bonus structure
* Life insurance
* Auto-enrolment pension
* Increased annual leave with service
* Birthday voucher
* Access to buy goods at the cost price
What you’ll do
* Win new business across the central Brighton area
* Manage and grow existing customer accounts
* Act as the main contact for key clients
* Build strong relationships and upsell effectively
* Promote brand presence and be active in your territory
* Follow up leads promptly
* Negotiate agreements and prepare proposals
* Monitor market trends for opportunities
* Work closely with brand partners and internal teams
* Attend monthly meetings at the Manston office
* Prepare monthly reports and join weekly sales calls
* Support wine sales targets as part of bonus metrics
What we’re looking for
* Minimum 2 years’ field-based sales experience
* On-trade experience preferred
* Strong B2B local knowledge
* Full clean UK driving licence
* Strong communicator, strategic thinker and self-starter
* WSET L1 and a degree are desirable
* Confident, charismatic personality with drive and resilience
* Ability to learn technical product knowledge quickly
Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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