Wine Development Manager

Reed Specialist Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Wine Development Manager to drive growth in the wine category across Cornwall. The ideal candidate will have proven wine sales success, strong commercial skills, and a solid understanding of wine market trends. This field-based role involves nurturing accounts and innovating wine offerings. Competitive salary with benefits including a company car and bonus opportunities.

Benefits

Company Car

20% Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven success in wine sales, preferably on-trade experience.
• Ability to hit growth targets with a strong commercial mindset.
• Excellent knowledge of wine and market trends.

Responsibilities

• Win new wine accounts and nurture existing ones.
• Manage top regional wine accounts and deliver regular reviews.
• Build profitable, trend-led wine lists and identify own-brand opportunities.
• Host tastings, events, and training sessions for customers and teams.
• Drive category growth through strategic planning and collaboration.

Skills

Wine sales expertise

Commercial mindset

Knowledge of wine trends

Education

WSET Level 3 (or working towards)

Job description

Wine Development Manager

Salary: c. £40,000 + Company Car + 20% Bonus

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Location: Cornwall and surrounding areas

Are you passionate about wine and driven by sales success? We're looking for a Wine Development Manager to champion our wine category and grow business across a thriving region.

As the local wine ambassador, you'll combine commercial acumen with exceptional wine knowledge to build strong relationships, create compelling wine lists, and deliver training that inspires. This is a field-based role, spending most of your time out in the trade, supporting account managers and developing new opportunities.

What you'll do:

• Win new wine accounts and nurture existing ones
• Manage top regional wine accounts and deliver regular reviews
• Build profitable, trend-led wine lists and identify own-brand opportunities
• Host tastings, events, and training sessions for customers and teams
• Drive category growth through strategic planning and collaboration

What we're looking for:

• Proven success in wine sales (on-trade experience preferred)
• Strong commercial mindset and ability to hit growth targets
• Excellent knowledge of wine and market trends
• WSET Level 3 (or working towards)

This is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark in a dynamic, growing business. If you're ready to take the lead in wine development, apply now and I will reach out with more information