Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

South East (Brighton)

Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Bonus

Are you a commercially, relationship-focused individual who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment?

Do you want to work with one of the UK’s most exciting drinks businesses with an ever-growing portfolio of brands?

We’re partnering with a leading drinks brand going through exceptional growth. They’re now looking for a Business Development Manager to prospect across a high-potential patch focused across the South East, with a focus on Brighton. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading portfolio of premium spirits and soft drinks brands.

Responsibilities include:

• Prospect and grow On Trade accounts across the region
• Driving volume, distribution, and brand visibility across the brand portfolio
• Identifying and converting new business opportunities across pubs, bars, restaurants, and events venues
• Build strong route-to-market partnerships
• Delivering on KPIs around volume, distribution growth, and new business
• Operating across diverse venues – from late-night to premium cocktail bars

About You:

• On Trade drinks sales experience is desirable
• Hospitality experience with a commercial attitude will be considered
• Deep understanding of the South East hospitality scene
• Commercially minded with exposure to P&L
• Highly self-motivated and energetic

If this role sounds like the perfect fit for you, I’d love to hear from you!

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