Account Manager – Beer / Alcohol – On Trade Accounts (Pub Groups / Barbs / Clubs)

Account Manager – Beer / Alcohol – On Trade Accounts (Pub Groups / Barbs / Clubs)

East Midlands

Are you a lover of beer?! As one of the worlds leading beer companies and distributors, of globally recognised branded and own label beers, our client prides themselves on supplying the best brands on a global scale! My Client supplies to multiple on and off trade major multiple retailers, independents and on and off trade wholesalers both across the UK and internationally. It’s a place you’ll be given the autonomy to make your mark early in your career with internal promotion as their strategic plans see famous brands continually expanding even after over 300 years of heritage! My Client only employs the best people who work with the best beer brands!

The Role
As the successful Account Manager you will be responsible for the On Trade accounts (pubs / clubs / social clubs) across the East Midlands and will be responsible for 100% new business. You will work closely with the Regional Development Directors and Key Account Managers to develop and deliver a regional strategic plan and to influence business and drive relationships between you and your customers to increase growth. As the successful Account Manager you will be involved in all elements of new business (100%), promotional planning/evaluation, business and market reporting. You will manage your own P&L therefore previous experience is a must. You will spend the majority of your time with customers with daily travel a must. This is an autonomous role whereby you will be given the freedom to input, shape and help to grow their portfolio volume and profit in all cases. You will be responsible for identifying key opportunities and building lasting business relationships.

The successful Account Manager will:

• Currently hold the position of National Account Executive, Key Account Manager, Customer Development Executive, National Account Manager, Customer Business Manager, Sales Executive or equivalent.
• MUST have experience of sales in a branded FMCG business 4 years +
• Ideally have experience within spirits / soft drinks / Beer 4 years +
• Be a ‘Hunter’ and thrive on winning new business
• MUST live on patch
• An ability to communicate effectively and build and maintain strong business relationships
• Be dynamic, innovative, and incredibly driven
• Be prepared to work the odd late evening or weekend where required
• Ideally be degree educated or equivalent

In return you will receive a salary of £30,000 - £40,000 + competitive bonus + company car or car allowance + pension + healthcare + share options + beer allowance!

This is a field based opportunity covering Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and Derbyshire.

If you meet ALL of the above requirements then please send your CV to talent@fmcgexecutive.com or contact Michelle Dalby on 07891 245700