Customer Development Executive

COREcruitment; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the soft drink industry is seeking a Customer Development Executive to drive sales and manage key accounts across the UK. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Drinks FMCG, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record in sales growth. This role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and bonus potential, along with opportunities for professional development within the company.

Qualifications

• Proven success in securing new business and brand building.
• Experience in Drinks FMCG is essential.
• Strong network within the Drinks sector.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through new business acquisition and product launches.
• Manage commercial plans and build a broad customer base.
• Enhance brand visibility through campaigns and events.

Skills

Sales Growth

Account Management

Brand Building

Networking

Communication

Job description

Customer Development Executive – Premium Soft Drink Brand – Midlands, Oxfordshire

Up to £40,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

An exciting opportunity has gone live to work with an established and instantly recognizable soft drink brand covering the length of the United Kingdom. This client boasts a fantastic range of products, an excellent culture, and the chance to progress within the business. The company has over 100 years of industry experience.

As the Customer Development Executive, you will be responsible for driving sales through new business acquisition and product launches. You will play a key role in business success by managing regional and large accounts across the Off trade, including Food Service and Wholesale channels.

The ideal candidate will have a background in Drinks FMCG and good connections across various channels. The primary focus will be on Food Service, Wholesale, and Retail sectors.

Customer Development Executive Responsibilities:

• Manage commercial plans and build a broad customer base in the Off Trade sector.
• Enhance the brand through awareness campaigns, product development, trade visits, and events.
• Increase product visibility in the market and develop a network of brand awareness.
• Implement channel strategies aligned with company growth objectives.
• Identify marketing opportunities, conduct competitor analysis, and execute sales campaigns.
• Seek and secure new business, maintain existing relationships, and manage P&L in a competitive environment.
• Collaborate with other departments and establish a network within the Drinks industry.
• Implement training programs and achieve set targets.

Candidate Profile:

• Proven success in securing new business, brand building, account management, and sales growth, with experience in Drinks FMCG essential.
• Strong network within the Drinks sector and a track record of bringing in new business.
• Passionate about the drinks industry, staying updated on news and trends.
• Ambitious, driven, and proactive in sales and client development.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a desire for new experiences.

If you're interested in this role, please send your updated CV to Mark at COREcruitment via [e-mail].

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