Business Development Manager

Avidity; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Fuel card

Performance bonus potential

Company pension scheme

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Job summary

Hawkstone Brewery is seeking a Business Development Manager to expand our on-trade presence across Oxfordshire, Warwickshire and surrounding areas. You will visit independent venues, identify opportunities to grow distribution and drive sales of our premium portfolio, while balancing existing customers with new prospects.

We are looking for confident, organized individuals with on-trade experience and a self-starter attitude, capable of managing diaries and delivering results in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence; DVLA check required.
• Experience in the on-trade sector.
• Confident, results-driven and highly organized.
• Excellent time management and self-starter attitude.

Responsibilities

• Visit independent on-trade establishments to grow distribution.
• Identify opportunities to increase product visibility and drive sales.
• Manage diary balancing existing customers with new prospects.
• Represent Hawkstone Brewery in a professional manner.

Skills

On-trade experience

Self-starter

Confident selling

Organized

Time management

Driving licence

Job description

Overview

Business Development Manager - Hawkstone Brewery

Location: Oxfordshire, Warwickshire and surrounding areas.

Contract type: Full time, permenant

Salary: £30k - £35k per annum depending on experience plus performance related bonus, company car & fuel card.

Are you passionate about building relationships and a natural at selling? Hawkstone Brewery, recognized as the 24th fastest-growing company in the UK and the fastest-growing beer brand according to the Sunday Times Top 100, is seeking an outstanding Business Development Executive to join our On Trade sales team!

About the Role:

You will play a crucial role in expanding our presence within the independent on-trade (IFT) sector. This role involves visiting a diverse range of establishments, identifying opportunities to increase customer distribution, enhance product visibility, and ultimately drive sales of Hawkstone Brewery’s premium portfolio.

You’ll manage your own diary, effectively balancing visits to existing customers with targeting new prospects. Great organization, time management, and a confident selling approach will be key to your success in this role.

What’s in it for You?

We believe our people are our greatest asset. We offer continuous support, fantastic perks, and excellent career development opportunities. Enjoy:

• No Weekend Working: 40 hours, Monday to Friday
• Generous Leave: 23 days paid holiday (pro rata) + public holidays (increases with length of service)
• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card
• Performance Bonus Potential
• Company Pension Scheme: 3% employer contributions
• Free Life Assurance: 3x annual salary
• Healthcare Benefits: Discounted private healthcare & Health Cash Plan
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme: Up to 5 additional days
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for physical, mental, and financial well-being
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Employee Benefits Portal: Discounts from a wide range of retailers and more!

Who Are We Looking For?

We seek confident, results-driven, and highly organized individuals with experience in the on-trade sector. You should be a self-starter, capable of working independently, and possess a keen eye for detail.

Requirements:

• Full UK manual driving license (with no more than 6 points or previous bans). All offers will be subject to a successful DVLA license check.

Join us at Hawkstone Brewery and be part of a dynamic team driving growth and success in the on-trade sector.