Reporting to the Sales and Marketing Director, the key responsibilities of the roles are:
- Own and grow the London sales territory, targeting premium on-trade accounts) and off-trade accounts (independent wine merchants, specialist retailers, luxury department stores).
- Work directly and collaboratively with our distribution partner to drive and nurture existing business as well as bring new business opportunities.
- Manage and nurture an existing portfolio of London accounts, building long-term, trusted relationships with key buyers.
- Negotiate listings, pricing, and promotional terms with buyers and distribution partner, in line with brand positioning guidelines.
- Act as brand ambassador in London, ensuring consistent messaging and premium presentation across all touchpoints.
About you:
- Strong existing relationships with London on-trade and/or off-trade buyers.
- Genuine passion for wine, with knowledge of English sparkling wine or the traditional method category.
- WSET Level 3 desirable, WSET Level 4 Diploma preferred.
- Proven ability to win new business and manage accounts over the long term.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Self-motivated and comfortable working autonomously in a field-based role.
- Familiarity with the English wine industry and its positioning against Champagne and other sparkling categories.
- An existing on-trade network within London.
Primarily Mon-Fri, the role will be home-based ideally located in London
Benefits:
Contributory pension scheme, 25 days paid holiday plus all public holidays, annual staff wine allowance and further discounts.
Salary:
Commensurate with experience.
Please send your CV and covering letter to Chris Unger [email protected]