UK Sales Manager

Brave New Spirits Ltd are seeking UK Sales Manager to join our team.Purpose Of Role: To work closely with company colleagues, under the guidance of the Head of Sales, to develop & manage profitable sales for the Brave New Spirits portfolio of brands within the UK market, using your sales experience, and knowledge of the UK drinks trade to achieve sales growth.As UK Sales Manager, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining successful trading relationships with accounts across multiple channels of the drinks trade, including independent retail, on-trade, route-to-market wholesale & e-commerce. Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain effective sales plans to deliver UK targetsWork consultatively with existing accounts to maximise distribution & salesIdentify, evaluate & report on new market trends & new business opportunitiesNegotiate & close agreements with key UK retail & on-trade accountsMonitor account performance vs. budgetManage promotional / activity budgetsManage credit control functionsIdentify, attend & develop key trade events (B2B & B2C, including tastings & training sessions, when required)Acting as Ambassador for the companyMaintain up-to-date and comprehensive customer recordsGather & report on trade / market intelligence & competitor data, including information on new products, promotional activity & pricingAssist and contribute to NPD projects with Sales, Marketing & Production team colleaguesManage your own personal development to achieve your career & personal goalsBackground Profile - the successful applicant should:Have a strong understanding of the UK and International drinks trade, with a focus on Whisky & premium spiritsPossess excellent written & verbal communication, negotiation & relationship building skillsBe a strategic thinker, with the ability to develop & execute successful sales plansHave experience of analysing and interpreting sales data & market trends to manage sales & budgetsBe self-motivated, results oriented & with the ability to work independentlyPossess strong presentation and organisational skillsHave knowledge of relevant regulations & compliance within the drinks industryBe proficient in IT, with the ability to learn quicklyQualificationsDegree / HND / HNC in a business or commercial subjectAt least 3 years experience gained in a sales environment, ideally within the premium spirits / Whisky sectorsFull, clean driving license is essentialWorking Conditions:This role is remote, but requires easy access to the company HQ in GlasgowThe role will involve frequent travel throughout the UK, with occasional overnight stays away from home as requiredThe successful applicant will be required to attend trade events throughout the UK (and occasionally internationally), which may require evening or weekend working as necessitated by the businessSalary & Benefits:We offer a competitive salary, based on experience.

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