UK Sales Lead - Premium Spirits

TalentPool; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading premium spirit company is looking for an experienced UK Sales Lead to accelerate the growth of its Prestige Gin across the UK on-trade. The role includes executing the commercial strategy, managing key accounts, and collaborating with marketing. Required qualifications include 3–5 years of relevant experience, understanding of the prestige landscape, and strong interpersonal skills. The position offers a competitive salary with bonuses, personal healthcare, and other benefits, supporting both hybrid and on-site work in London.

Benefits

Personal healthcare (Vitality)

Company pension

Laptop provided

Performance‑related bonusup to 20%

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in premium spirits, beverages, or luxury hospitality sales is required.
• Proven success in key account management and commercial delivery.
• Strong understanding of the UK prestige on‑trade landscape is necessary.
• P&L management experience and strategic planning capability are advantageous.
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills are important.
• WSET Level 2–3 is preferred.
• Self-starter mindset with strong cross‑functional collaboration skills is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the UK commercial plan across 5 hotels and restaurants.
• Support Global Supergroup tenders and national procurement.
• Oversee account P&L for profitable growth.
• Build strong partner relationships to drive visibility.
• Manage brand activations with marketing.

Skills

3–5 years’ experience in premium spirits

Key account management

Understanding of the UK prestige on‑trade landscape

P&L management experience

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Cross‑functional collaboration

Cross-functional collaboration skills

Education

WSET Level 2–3

Job description

🌟 UK Sales Lead – Premium Spirit Company

£50,000–£60,000 + Bonus | UK Prestige On-Trade

London / Hybrid

A leading premium spirit company is seeking an experienced and driven UK Sales Lead to accelerate the growth of its Prestige Gin across the UK prestige on-trade. You’ll shape the commercial strategy, lead key national & regional accounts, and work closely with marketing and activation teams.

✨ Opportunity & Package

• Personal healthcare (Vitality)
• Company pension
• Laptop provided
• Performance‑related bonus up to 20%

📌 Key Responsibilities

Commercial Growth & Account Management

• Lead and execute the UK commercial plan across 5 hotels, luxury restaurants, and premium hospitality groups
• Support and manage Global Supergroup tenders and national procurement discussions
• Oversee account P&L, ensuring profitable growth and alignment with business targets
• Build and maintain strong partner relationships to secure listings, drive visibility, and optimise rate of sale
• Manage brand activations with marketing, ensuring alignment to the commercial calendar

Brand & Product Advocacy

• Deliver masterclasses and training sessions with autonomy
• Champion the brand story and craftsmanship
• Use advanced liquid knowledge to elevate trade engagement and brand perception

Networking & Business Development

• Leverage an established industry network to accelerate distribution
• Provide and maintain a customer list of prestige accounts
• Identify and onboard new high‑value opportunities aligned with brand positioning

🎓 Qualifications & Skills

• 3–5 years’ experience in premium spirits, beverages, or luxury hospitality sales
• Proven success in key account management and commercial delivery
• Strong understanding of the UK prestige on‑trade landscape
• P&L management experience and strategic planning capability
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills
• WSET Level 2–3 (preferred)
• Self‑starter mindset with strong cross‑functional collaboration skills