Key Account Manager (On-Trade) - North West
Location
Manchester, Greater Manchester
Specialism
Sales
Contract
Permanent
Start Date
ASAP
Salary
£40000 - £45000 per annum + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits
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1695_1780569438
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Key Account Manager (On-Trade) to join a highly respected drinks business with a portfolio of world-renowned brands across whisky, spirits, wines, ports and liqueurs.
This company is part of a larger international group with strong heritage and ambitious growth plans across the UK on-trade sector.
The business is known for its entrepreneurial culture, investment in people and focus on building long-term partnerships within the hospitality and licensed trade. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced account manager looking to take ownership of key relationships in a dynamic and fast-moving market.
The Role
You'll be responsible for driving commercial performance across a portfolio of strategic accounts in the North West region. This is a field-based role requiring strong relationship management, commercial acumen and a consultative approach to selling.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and develop a portfolio of key on-trade accounts across the North West, including national chains, regional groups and independent operators
- Build and execute joint business plans that deliver volume, distribution and brand visibility objectives
- Drive listing opportunities and range reviews across the portfolio of premium spirits and wines
- Monitor performance against targets and provide accurate forecasting and reporting
- Identify new business opportunities and support the activation of brand campaigns in the on-trade channel
The Ideal Candidate
You will have a proven track record in drinks, FMCG or hospitality sales, with strong experience in the on-trade channel.
You'll be commercially minded, relationship-focused and comfortable operating independently across a regional territory.
Experience managing national or regional pub, bar or restaurant groups is highly desirable, as is a strong understanding of the UK drinks market and be confident presenting to senior stakeholders, skilled in negotiation and capable of influencing at all levels.
Location
North West England (field-based role covering the region)
Package
£40,000 - £45,000 + Car Allowance + bonus + benefits
