Sales Manager UK

Known for Black Tower, the #1 Wine Brand from Germany, Reh Kendermann GmbH Weinkellerei is one of the largest and most modern wineries in Germany, equally known for producing high-quality branded wines and a range of retailer own labels, from alcohol-free through to premium German wines. To support our growth plans, we are currently looking for a

Sales Manager UK

Full time (40 hours per week) working from home-office

Your key responsibilities:

• Directly responsible for the UK sales market/territory including planning, monitoring and implementation of sales, turnover and contribution margin targets
• Management of UK Agent/Distributor & certain key customer Own Label business
• Main connection for all commercial negotiations & other relevant market/business matters
• Market & category analysis including the identification of category growth & NPD opportunities
• Proactive co-ordination with internal departments & external stakeholders to ensure all wine projects/products are delivered profitably & on time
• Travel activities within the territory

Your education / skills:

• A degree or equivalent level education, ideally in business management
• A demonstrable passion for wine and, ideally, a WSET Level 3 certificate (or above)
• A proven track record within the UK wine trade is essential
• Strong presentation, communication, organisational and commercial skills
• German language skills would be a definite advantage
• Able to work independently from home-office with direct support from German HQ
• IT proficient – Familiar with working with ‘MS Office’ & Key Retailer Portals
• Able to travel as required within the UK, as well as to the head office in Bingen, Germany.

Our offer:

• Financial security and stability through a permanent position
• An attractive salary commensurate with your level of responsibility and experience
• A promising and varied field of activity in a committed team with open communication and short decision-making processes
• Detailed and structured onboarding as well as regular feedback meetings
• 30 days of annual leave