Sales Executive – On Trade

White Recruitment Construction; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm is seeking a Business Development Manager in Manchester to drive profitability and sales. Ideal candidates will come from a drinks or hospitality background, with proven sales experience, particularly in the on-trade sector. Responsibilities include increasing trading accounts and retaining customer relationships. The position offers a competitive salary of £35K – £40K with benefits including a company car, commission scheme, and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Full benefits portal

Company car

Commission scheme

30 days holiday

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales on a field basis.
• Experience in the on-trade sector.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Specialist knowledge of the drinks industry and market.

Responsibilities

• Deliver profitability for the Manchester and Preston region.
• Increase the number of trading accounts by exceeding business targets.
• Retain existing customers and grow their spending through upselling.
• Represent the company effectively in the market.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Relationship building

Drinks industry knowledge

Job description

Business Development Manager

A Drinks / Hospitality background is essential for the Business Development Manager position.

Experience with On Trade is essential!

The Package

• £35K – £40K
• Full Benefits portal
• Company Car
• Commission scheme
• 30 days holiday

The Role

• Deliver profitability for the designated region – Manchester / Preston.
• Increase the number of trading accounts offering great value in the region by exceeding a pre‑agreed new business target.
• Retain the existing customer base and grow spend per account through category up‑selling – offering great value.
• Represent the company to the market and represent the market to the company.

The 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.