Regional Account Manager - East Midlands

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic cider company as a Regional Account Manager, where your sales expertise will drive growth in the On Trade market. This role offers the opportunity to build strong relationships with pub groups and wholesalers while achieving sales targets. If you're results-oriented and passionate about the drinks industry, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a pioneering company. Enjoy a competitive salary, car allowance, and the chance to work independently while being part of a collaborative team. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and account management.
• Strong understanding of market trends in the drinks industry.

Responsibilities

• Promote products to On-Trade customers in the East Midlands.
• Manage sales targets and build relationships with key accounts.

Skills

Sales Management

Relationship Building

Market Analysis

Communication Skills

Results Orientation

Education

Experience in Sales

FMCG Knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM Software

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Client:

Advocate Group

Location:

east midlands, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job Description:

Regional Account Manager

Field Based – East Midlands

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.

The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.