Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants for the South West and Midlands Account Manager role at Cave Direct. An exciting opportunity to join as our Southwest and Midlands Account Manager.
About the Company: Founded in 1979 and still family owned, Cave Direct is one of the UK’s leading independent, speciality beer importers and distributors, working with a portfolio of more than 250 beers. The role is ideal for someone passionate about beer and building strong relationships and effective communication within the area.
We are looking for candidates with relevant industry experience and who ideally live in the area. We are also open to applicants with less experience (or outside these areas) who show potential to develop into the role. A salary and package will be offered commensurate with experience, with a potential bonus linked to individual and/or company performance.
Role Overview: Working alongside a nationwide team of 10 account managers, you will report to the South regional Head of Sales. Responsibilities include the following.
Responsibilities
* Managing and maintaining the relationship between Cave Direct and our free trade customers.
* Working with our Key Account Manager to grow new business.
* Finding new business to grow our portfolio of imported and domestic brands.
* Hosting and attending tastings, trainings, and events for potential customers and current accounts.
* Days out in trade with representatives from core breweries.
* Managing your own diary to make efficient use of time.
* Managing and driving the success of your own area to achieve targets.
Key Attributes
* Previous sales experience is preferred.
* Driving license is essential.
* Previous bar experience and knowledge of cellar maintenance is beneficial.
* Previous use of CRM systems is preferred but not essential.
* You will report to our Regional Head of Sales, Dan Bell.
* This is a full-time role (40 hours per week). Hours of work will vary; evening work is expected.
* Company vehicle or car allowance can be provided.
* All necessary IT and phone can be provided.
* All necessary work expenses covered.
* 28 days holiday per year including bank holidays.
* Discounts on beer from our sister company, Beermerchants.com.
* Trips to producers and events both in the U.K. and abroad.
Compensation
* £35,000+, negotiable on experience, plus an achievable earn-as-you-sell based bonus capped at £5,000 per Quarter.
Equal Opportunity
Cave Direct is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
Closing Date for applications is Wednesday, October 8th. Please email all applications to Dan@cavedirect.com.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Sales and Business Development
* Industries: Food and Beverage Services
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