Account Manager (Field Based)
Certain Advantage is hiring for a Field Based Account Manager covering the Cumbria area for a fantastic client based in Stockport. The role is on a permanent basis, with excellent benefits.
£40,000-£50,000 DOE + car allowance
The Role:
Taking ownership of growing and nurturing existing accounts while proactively identifying and winning new business opportunities across the Cumbria region. This field-based role is ideal for someone with a passion for hospitality and creating lasting customer partnerships.
Key Responsibilities:
* Grow revenue within existing accounts (restaurants, bars, and hotels)
* Identify and secure new business opportunities across the region
* Negotiate pricing, promotional activity, and trading terms to maximise value
* Deliver accurate forecasts and develop robust commercial plan
* Lead tastings, events, and wine training sessions for customers
* Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service and customer satisfaction
The individual
We're looking for people who have:
* Sales experience ideally within the hospitality sector (Wine or drinks industry preferred)
* Excellent communication and relationship building skills
* Negotiation skills
* Full UK driving licence essential
* Genuine passion for wine and hospitality
* Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel nationally as required.
* Enjoy working as part of a team
The Benefits:
* 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days*
* Generous pension scheme
* Ongoing professional development opportunities
* Private healthcare
* Access to a private on-site gym
* Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
If you are located within a commutable distance of Cumbria and can attend sales meetings once a month in Stockport, we look forward to hearing from you.
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