Business Development Manager

COREcruitment Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance based bonus

Delicious craft beer allowance

Job summary

COREcruitment Ltd is looking for a Business Development Manager based in Nottingham, offering a salary of up to £40,000. This role involves developing a customer base in the East Midlands area, focusing on bars, pubs, and restaurants. The ideal candidate should have sales experience, a passion for craft beer, and knowledge of the drinks industry. Benefits include a performance-based bonus and a craft beer allowance. Join a dynamic team that values culture and craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• Experience in the ON‑trade with a strong network.
• Proven track record of maintaining and developing customer relationships.
• Must have a love of beer and passion for sales.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop an existing customer base.
• Find and win new customers, then nurture them.
• Achieve targets set on key driver brands for the business.
• Work closely with all suppliers and brand ambassadors.

Skills

Sales ability

Knowledge of the drinks industry

Communication skills

Customer relationship management

Self-motivation

Job description

Business Development Manager – Nottingham – up to £40,000

I’m working with one of my favourite craft beer businesses who are recognised for their high‑quality beers, cool brand presence and loyal customer following. This role will cover the East Midlands area with a focus on major cities like Nottingham, Leicester and Peterborough. You will be in charge of getting their beers into great pubs, bars and restaurants within the on‑trade space, as well as retail spots with their canned range.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become their newest Business Development Manager and join a passionate team in a hands‑on, fast‑paced environment where no two days are the same. The company prides itself on its culture, craftsmanship and commitment to delivering outstanding products and experiences.

If you know how to knock on doors and win business, then this is the job for you.

What’s on offer:

• Performance based bonus
• Delicious craft beer allowance

Business Development Manager responsibilities:

• Maintain and develop an existing customer base
• Good understanding of the on and off‑trade sector
• Find and win new customers, then nurture them
• Achieve targets set on key driver brands for the business
• Total customer care and strong business relationships
• Disciplined approach to journey planning
• Selling of the company, promotions, portfolio and all services
• Work closely with all suppliers and brand ambassadors
• Broaden the range of supply to every customer

Ideal Business Development Manager qualities:

• Love of beer and sales
• Not afraid to knock on doors and win business
• Commercial ability
• Experience in the ON‑trade – someone with a network
• Good knowledge of the drinks industry
• Self‑motivated, passionate about success, pro‑active and hungry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills