Job Description
On-Trade Sales and Development Manager
Spiritly Trade - Greater Belfast
Join Our Award-Winning Team!
Are you passionate about the drinks industry? Do you dream of elevating bars and restaurants by mastering their back bar offerings? If your answer is a resounding yes, we have an exhilarating opportunity for you at Spiritly Trade, the dynamic wholesale division of the globally recognised Drinksology Kirker Greer Group.
About Spiritly Trade:
Spiritly Trade stands at the forefront of the beverage industry, specialising in wholesale distribution that goes beyond just supply. Our mission is to help our trade customers not only master their backbar but also thrive by offering unparalleled value and support. With the backing of in-house educators along with our creative and marketing agency, we empower our clients to reach their full potential in the world of spirits and wines. As a young and passionate business, customer satisfaction and the value of our people are at the core of everything we do.
Role Overview:
As the On-Trade Sales and Development Manager for the Greater Belfast area, you will be the driving force behind our on-trade channel, fostering relationships, identifying new opportunities, and delivering exceptional sales performance. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring that our trade customers are equipped with the knowledge, products, and creative solutions they need to excel.
Key Responsibilities:
* Sales Excellence: Drive sales growth by developing and maintaining strong relationships with on-trade customers across bars, restaurants, and hotels. Understand their needs and deliver tailored solutions that enhance their offerings and customer experience.
* Brand Ambassador: Become the face of Spiritly Trade within the Greater Belfast area, embodying our passion for the industry and representing our extensive portfolio of premium spirits and wines.
* Education and Support: Leverage the expertise of our in-house educators and creative & marketing team to provide customers with training, menu development, and marketing support that sets them apart from the competition.
* Market Insights: Stay ahead of industry trends and competitor activities to advise our customers proactively and adjust strategies accordingly.
* Tech-Savvy Solutions: Utilise our technology solutions that streamline operations, enhance customer engagement, and improve overall customer satisfaction.
What We’re Looking For:
* Passion for the Drinks Industry: A genuine enthusiasm for spirits, wines, and the broader beverage landscape with a minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in sales of premium spirits to/in the on-trade, off-trade or hospitality sector.
* Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of sales strategies, market dynamics, and the ability to drive business growth with a demonstrable track record of performance and delivery of results.
* Relationship Builder: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the capacity to build and maintain relationships with a diverse range of clients.
* Creative Thinker: Ability to think outside the box and propose innovative solutions that meet the unique needs of our customers.
* Tech Proficiency: Comfortable with technology and its application in improving business processes and customer experience.
* Proactive Team Player: Motivated, enthusiastic, and able to work collaboratively within a team to achieve common goals.
Why Join Us?
* Be Part of an Award-Winning Group: Join a recognised leader in the drinks industry and contribute to our continued success and innovation.
* Fast Growing and Adaptive: Development and progression opportunity for the right candidate.
* Dynamic Work Environment: Enjoy working in a vibrant, creative, and supportive environment where your ideas can truly make a difference.
* Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We offer a comprehensive package that rewards your contributions to our shared success.
* Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
* Car allowance
* 33 days holiday incl. statutory holidays
* 2 days a year to give back to your local community
* The usual stuff – phone, Mac, travel & expenses etc
If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact in the drinks industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now via LinkedIn to become the On-Trade Sales and Development Manager at Spiritly Trade and help us redefine excellence in the beverage world.
The closing date for applications is Monday 22nd April 2024.