Job Description
On-Trade Account Manager
M4 Corridor (Field-Based)
Premium Drinks Company
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven and personable On-Trade Account Manager to join a leading family run drinks business, managing a territory that covers the key cities and towns along the M4 corridor – Reading, Swindon, Bath and Bristol.
The Role:
This is a field-based role focused on building strong relationships with pubs, bars, and regional groups to drive distribution, visibility, and rate of sale for a much-loved portfolio of premium drinks brands. The successful candidate will inherit a strong base of existing business, with plenty of scope to grow the region through new listings and standout activations.
The ideal candidate will be a confident self-starter who loves being out in trade, knows how to engage stakeholders at all levels, and is passionate about the on-trade. Whether securing new draught distribution or helping an independent site bring a new drink offering to life, they’ll have the freedom to make a real impact across the territory.
Key responsibilities:
* Manage and grow a portfolio of on-trade customers across the M4 corridor
* Build strong relationships with outlet managers, buyers, and key decision-makers
* Deliver commercial targets across distribution, rate of sale, and activation
* Work closely with marketing to execute compelling brand campaigns in trade
* Identify and convert new business opportunities to expand the regional footprint
The successful candidate will bring:
* Experience in the on-trade, ideally in a customer facing sales or account management role
* A genuine passion for drinks and hospitality
* Strong commercial awareness with a results-driven mindset
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
* The ability to work autonomously and manage their time effectively
This is an opportunity to represent a standout drinks portfolio in a thriving and diverse region, with all the tools and support needed to grow both the brand and your own career.
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