Territory Sales Manager - Drinks

WR Logistics; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the logistics industry is seeking a Drinks Sales Manager to oversee on-trade sales across Newcastle. You will manage existing accounts and drive new business in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have proven experience in drinks sales, strong relationship-building skills, and a proactive approach to achieving targets. This role offers a competitive salary up to £40,000 along with career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £40,000

Pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in the hospitality or FMCG sector is essential.
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Identify and win new business opportunities within the on-trade sector.
• Manage existing accounts, ensuring strong relationships.
• Develop tailored sales strategies to increase brand visibility.

Skills

Proven experience in on-trade drinks sales

Strong track record of winning new business

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Self-motivated and target-driven

Job description

Overview

Drinks Sales Manager (On-Trade) – Newcastle (Field-based) – Up to £40,000 per annum – Food & Beverage / Hospitality Sales

I currently have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, outgoing, and target-driven Drinks Sales Manager to join a growing team and take ownership of on-trade sales across Newcastle. You'll be responsible for driving new business and managing existing accounts across a wide range of hospitality venues - including bars, restaurants, pubs, and hotels.

You'll be passionate about the drinks industry, confident in building long-term relationships, and experienced in delivering results in a competitive, fast-paced sales environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and win new business opportunities within the on-trade sector across Yorkshire.
• Manage and grow existing accounts, ensuring strong relationships and repeat business.
• Develop tailored sales strategies to meet targets and increase brand visibility across your territory.
• Build strong relationships with key decision-makers in hospitality venues.
• Deliver regular reporting on sales performance, trends, and market insights.
• Collaborate with internal marketing and supply teams to support product launches and campaigns.
• Represent the brand at trade events, tastings, and customer activations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in on-trade drinks sales or similar role within the hospitality or FMCG sector.
• Strong track record of winning new business and growing existing accounts.
• Confident, outgoing, and able to build rapport quickly with a wide range of clients.
• Self-motivated and target-driven, with a proactive approach to meeting and exceeding KPIs.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Yorkshire.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £40,000
• Pension scheme
• Career progression opportunities within a growing team

Interested? Apply now with an up to date CV to be considered for this exciting Sales Manager opportunity.

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