On-Trade Account Manager – Budweiser Brewing Group (AB InBev)
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Purpose: Culture is at the centre of everything we do. We recruit for mindset, ambition, and cultural fit. We are Budweiser Brewing Group, the UK and Ireland business of AB InBev, the world’s leading brewer. We brew our favourite beers including Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Corona, and Camden Hells. As part of AB InBev, we are proud to have a team of 155,000 colleagues representing 135 nationalities and to operate 28 breweries across Europe.
That’s Who We Are: Come and OWN IT.
The role: The On-Trade Account Manager will focus on account management to maximize existing relationships and place significant emphasis on winning and developing new accounts. A strong candidate will be an outstanding relationship builder, with the ability to sell from our premium portfolio. This position covers the South West of England and requires a current UK driving license and living within the specified postcodes.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Focus on both account management for existing relationships and winning new accounts.
* Develop account plans to drive and protect growth across multiple operators.
* Achieve volume and revenue targets with wholesale partners.
* Build a strong network of working relationships across various stakeholders.
* Demonstrate commercial acumen and deliver KPI results.
* Lead key activations and ensure seamless execution of brand activities.
* Differentiate brands through innovative support that adds value to customers.
* Track account performance versus investment and present quarterly reviews for key accounts.
Location and eligibility: This role is field-based in the South West of England. Postcodes include BA, SN, SP, RG ranges listed in the original posting. A current UK driving license is required, and you must live within the specified postcodes.
What’s in it for you:
* 25 holidays per year + bank holidays & holiday trading options
* Pension (up to 8% employer contribution) & income protection
* Comprehensive health & wellbeing benefits (fully funded private medical insurance, dental insurance, gym discounts, Employee Assistance Programme)
* 26 weeks paid parental leave for eligible primary caregivers
* A beer allowance to enjoy our brands
* 2 volunteer days a year to support your local community
* 4 employee networks to support diversity and inclusion
* Life assurance & charitable giving
The ideal candidate:
* Strong work ethic, persistence, and resilience, with a commitment to career development
* Exceptional local market knowledge, contacts, and experience in the beer or similar industry
* Demonstrates ownership, taking personal responsibility for results, and leading by example
* Builds excellent relationships with customers, consumers, and internal/external stakeholders
* Preference for previous sales experience
* Effective communication skills and ability to manage and cultivate relationships
* Proficient in negotiation, objection handling, and demonstrates commercial acumen
* Confident in written and spoken English, with knowledge of commercial mathematics
* Time and workload management skills to optimize effectiveness and efficiency; on-trade and premium brand experience are desirable
Why build your career with us
We recruit for mindset, ambition, cultural fit, and growth opportunities.
Culture and brands
We are part of a global history of beer and proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from international classics to local favorites. Our culture emphasizes collaboration and candor, open communication, and growth opportunities where commitment to excellence pays off.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Sales and Business Development
Industries: Consumer Goods
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