Business Development Manager - Drinks

WR Logistics; Slough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Business Development Manager to cover the Berkshire area. This role requires a background in the drinks industry and strong sales capabilities. The successful candidate will manage trading accounts and drive profitability through new business development. A competitive salary of £45K - £55K alongside an excellent uncapped bonus is offered.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Car benefit

Full benefits available

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of drinks industry and on-trade market is essential.
• Commercial experience in selling drinks required.
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients.

Responsibilities

• Deliver profitability for Berkshire region.
• Increase trading accounts and improve customer spend.
• Represent the company to the market and vice versa.

Skills

Good customer service skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Sales track record

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Job description

Overview

Business Development Manager required by a multinational, award-winning Drinks Logistics company covering Berkshire. Salary £45K - £55K + excellent uncapped bonus. A Drinks / Hospitality background is essential for the Business Development Manager position.

This position would suit a talented, ambitious senior sales professional capable of delivering great results in the Drinks industry.

Package

• £45K - £55K
• Full Benefits details available on application
• Car benefit
• Uncapped commission

Role

• To deliver profitability for the designated region - Berkshire. To increase the number of trading accounts in the region by achieving a pre-agreed new business target.
• To retain the existing customer base and grow the spend per account through category up selling. To represent the company to the market and to represent the market to the company.

Requirements

• Good specialist knowledge of the drinks industry, products and the on-trade market.
• Commercial experience in selling drinks
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Use of Microsoft Excel for spreadsheets and records.
• Good teamwork skills.
• Good communication and relationship building skills.
• Good track record in sales

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