National Account Director – Premium Spirits

National Account Director – Premium Spirits

c. £60,000 + 20% Bonus + Car / Allowance + Benefits

Field Based – UK Wide

If you’re currently a high performing NAM or SNAM within the spirits industry looking to step up and join one of the UK’s most interesting and exciting distributors, then this opportunity could be perfect!

So far in 2019 they have had huge success with a number of top Grocery accounts and have gained strong distribution across the national On-Trade as well. They offer a varied portfolio including some of the finest Brandies, Scotch and American Whiskies, Gins and Liqueurs sourced from around the Globe. Due to the growth of the business they are now looking to recruit a talented National Account Director to continue developing their On-Trade channel.

As National Account Director you will:

• Hold full P&L responsibility for the On-Trade Retail Channel
• Play an integral in the development and implementation of the channel strategy
• Manage customer relationships including JD Wetherspoon, The Restaurant Group, Stonegate and M&B
• Lead and develop 1 direct report at NAM level – responsible for other late-night groups such as Deltic and Revolution Group
• Utilise national RTM contacts to develop new business opportunities across the national On-Trade

To be considered for this opportunity it is essential that you have experience at national account level within the UK On-Trade. Those with strong knowledge of the premium spirits sector will be at an advantage but individuals from other drinks industry backgrounds are still encouraged to apply.

Candidates that also have a strong network within customers such as M&B and Stonegate will be in a favourable position as the business are looking to improve their presence within these accounts. If you are ambitious, highly commercial and want to join a business where you can genuinely impact growth then please send your CV to wesley.ferguson@ceselection.com or call 0113 205 4970 for more information.