Key Account Manager

Key Account Manager - International Spirits Portfolio – North West – Up to £60k + Package

My client is a European powerhouse in Spirits and Brands. They have a strong reputation in the spirits industry for manufacturing, bottling, distributing and selling some of the most well-known brands on the market. With an award-winning business over 100 years in the making, this company offers the chance for progression and growth whilst working with their own and third-party brands.

As the Key Account Manager, you will be specifically responsible for driving sales with new business across Regional and National accounts. The Key Account Manager will be instrumental in business success with a network of contacts within the ON TRADE sector, along with a passion and background in great spirits. The role will require a strong commercial mind along with the ability to strategize yearly success.

The Key Account Manager responsibilities:

• Grow the brand within large Multiple and Key Accounts across the United Kingdom, with a focus on the North West.
• Drive the visibility of the product in the market and build a network of awareness.
• Deliver on a channel strategy which aligns with company goals and growth.
• Identify marketing opportunities, establish competitor analysis, and implement sales campaigns.
• Seek and secure new business, maintain current relationships, and manage P&L in a commodity-driven environment.
• Collaborate with other departments and establish networking within the Drinks industry.
• Implement training and achieve budgeted targets.

The ideal Key Account Manager Candidate:

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a Sales or Brand role within the drinks industry.
• Proven track record in securing new business, building upon a brand, account management, and sales driving.
• Demonstrated experience bringing in new business and a strong network within the Drinks Sector, inclusive of managing accounts with multiple locations.
• Passion for the drinks industry and continually up to date on news and trends.
• Ambitious and driven in all areas of sales and client development.
• Strong communication skills – able to work in a team or independently.
• A natural entrepreneur with a thirst for new experiences.

If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CVs to Mark at COREcruitment / mark@corecruitment.com.