Regional Account Manager

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cider company is seeking a Regional Account Manager to enhance its market presence. The role involves promoting products, managing sales targets, and building relationships with pub groups and wholesalers. Ideal candidates will have a strong sales background and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a related industry.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Promote products to On-Trade customers in a designated region.
• Manage sales targets and relationships with key accounts.
• Maintain CRM database for brand distribution.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Results-oriented

Market Trends Understanding

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Up to £40,000 base salary + car allowance + bonus

Are you an experienced Sales professional with a passion for the drinks industry? Do you have a proven track record in acquiring new business and managing relationships within the On Trade market? If you’re ready to join a leading cider company at the forefront of the industry, we want to hear from you! ??

We are currently representing a dynamic and innovative cider company that is a true pioneer within the market. We are looking for a Regional Account Manager to focus on expanding the company’s presence by building relationships with pub groups and wholesalers, while continuing to drive sales with existing customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote the company's products to On-Trade customers within a designated geographic region.
• Manage and achieve sales targets across regional routes to market.
• Collaborate with business unit and national account managers to foster relationships with key senior and regional personnel within national routes to market.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to onboard new outlet stockists for the company’s portfolio.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with field sales teams in the region to enhance the company’s visibility and presence.
• Ensure that routes to market and outlets are equipped with the necessary tools, materials, and displays to properly showcase and serve the company’s products.
• Maintain and update the company’s CRM database to ensure accurate and current knowledge of brand distribution across outlets.
• Oversee relationships with smaller, directly supplied customers, including independent outlets, within the assigned area.

About You:

• Prior experience in a related industry.
• Strong understanding of the current market trends.
• Results-oriented with a proven track record of achieving goals.
• Confident and approachable with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office and comfortable with basic computer applications.
• Able to identify and capitalise on business growth opportunities.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a solutions-focused mindset.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with both internal teams and external partners.
• Capable of working effectively under pressure and managing tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
• Must reside within the designated geographic area for the role.

If this role sounds like it's a good fit for you – then I’d love to speak to you! ?

Please get in touch with Evie Coates or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy.

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