Business Development Manager - Pubs

WR Logistics; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational food and drink company is seeking a Business Development Manager in Leeds. The role requires proven sales experience, particularly in the On Trade sector, and emphasizes excellent communication and relationship-building skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for increasing trading accounts, retaining existing customers, and representing the company. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Commission scheme

Car benefit

Full benefits details available on application

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales - field based.
• Experience in the On Trade sector.
• Strong communication and relationship building skills.
• Good knowledge of the drinks industry and products.

Responsibilities

• Deliver profitability for the Leeds / Yorkshire region.
• Increase the number of trading accounts by exceeding business targets.
• Retain existing customers and grow spend through upselling.
• Represent the company in the market.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Relationship building

Knowledge of drinks industry

Job description

Overview

Business Development Manager required by a multinational, award-winning Food and Drink company. A Drinks / Hospitality background is essential for the Business Development Manager position. Experience with On Trade is essential!

Responsibilities

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

Package & Benefits

• Salary: 35K - 40K
• Full Benefits details available on application
• Car benefit
• Commission scheme

Requirements

• Proven track record in sales - field based
• On Trade experience
• Fantastic communication and relationship building skills
• Good specialist knowledge of the drinks industry, products and the on trade market
• Experience considered in hospitality / pubs — those that have a desire and appetite for sales

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