Wholesale Manager for New Speciality Tea & Chai Brand

Bailies Coffee Roasters; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative independent British brand is seeking a dynamic Head of Wholesale to lead B2B expansion in the specialty tea market. This role entails developing strategies, securing partnerships, and driving growth within the premium food and beverage sector. The ideal candidate will have a proven sales background, a robust network, and the ability to build strong relationships. Join a passionate team committed to quality and sustainability, and enjoy a competitive salary with generous commissions, flexible working options, and a vibrant workplace culture. If you are motivated and enthusiastic about making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous uncapped sales commission

Above-average holiday allowance

Private healthcare package

Flexible working location

40% discount on teas

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience in specialty coffee or premium food sectors.
• Strong networking abilities and commercial mindset to drive partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Foster wholesale growth through strategic business development.
• Identify new sales opportunities and establish a strong sales pipeline.

Skills

Sales Experience

Business Development

Account Management

Communication Skills

Networking

Organizational Skills

Proactive Mindset

Job description

Jeeves & Jericho is poised for a relaunch in the UK as a leading tea and chai brand. We are now on the lookout for a dynamic and passionate Head of Wholesale to drive our B2B expansion plans.

The Role:

Shape the Future of Tea in the Specialty Coffee Market.

Our brand stands as more than just a tea seller; we are trailblazers in the world of specialty tea and chai. As an independent British company and a leader in the industry, we uphold the highest standards of quality, sustainability, and innovation.

We are searching for a top-performing sales partner who can propel our wholesale growth, profitability, and influence within the industry. You will develop strategies and secure partnerships, ensuring we remain the preferred tea supplier for the UK’s finest hospitality and coffee brands.

What You’ll Do:

1. Foster wholesale growth through strategic business development and meticulous account management.
2. Identify and target new sales opportunities ranging from specialty coffee shops and coffee roasters to independent delis, boutique hotels, and upmarket offices, establishing a strong sales pipeline.
3. Ensure our brand becomes the preferred choice for premium specialty coffee outlets and coffee roasters.
4. Analyse market trends, sales data, and competitor activities to fine-tune our strategies.

What You’ll Need to Bring:

1. Proven experience in sales, ideally within the specialty coffee or premium food and beverage sectors.
2. A robust network and a commercial mindset to drive partnerships and revenue.
3. A track record of successfully closing contracts and scaling accounts.
4. A People Person - You’ll relish meeting new individuals and building trusted relationships.
5. Enthusiastic & Motivated - Your role is to get potential customers excited about drinking and serving quality tea and chai.
6. Proactive and Results-Driven - We are a small, passionate team of problem solvers who are highly motivated to achieve our ambitious goals over the next 3 years.
7. Exceptionally Organized - Capable of managing your time and sales pipeline effectively, spending time both in the field and in the office as necessary.
8. An Excellent Communicator - With the ability to effectively convey the brand story and values both verbally and in writing.
9. Passionate about People and the Planet - The brand has ambitious plans concerning sustainability, and you will play a key role in sharing these efforts and encouraging our broader community and customer base to prioritize the planet too.

Why Join?

A competitive salary with generous, uncapped sales commission. An above-average holiday allowance that includes days off between Christmas and New Year, an additional day off for your birthday, and a duvet day. An award-winning private healthcare package. An opportunity for rapid progression in an established food and beverage brand, reporting directly to the leadership team. Flexible location with the option of an Oxfordshire office or a home-based role for hybrid working. Drink as much tea as you can drink at our office, plus a year-round 40% discount on our entire range of award-winning teas when ordering from our online store.

*Pending a successful probationary period.

Salary: £28-£33k + OTE £50k +. Car Allowance.

Start Date: ASAP.