Business Development Executive

Are you an experienced On Trade professional with a strong network and a flair for commercial thinking?

Do you want to work with one of the most respected names in the spirits world and take ownership of a high-potential territory?

The Business:

We’re partnering with a globally recognised spirits company known for its standout portfolio that includes household names and fast-growing emerging brands. With a strong focus on brand activation and commercial delivery, they’re now hiring Business Development Executive across Leeds and Sheffield.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take full ownership of your region, drive visibility of some of the industry’s best-loved brands, and play a key role in a high-performing sales team.

The Role:

• Managing a territory of independent Free Trade accounts
• Driving visibility and distribution across a portfolio of premium spirits
• Leading on brand activation with a focus on ROI and P&L ownership
• Prospecting and developing new business in high-potential venues
• Building strong relationships with key On Trade contacts
• Collaborating with the wider team such as marketing

About You:

• Commercial On Trade experience (spirits industry preferred but not essential)
• Strong local network within your patch
• Commercially minded with the ability to plan and prioritise effectively
• Confident working autonomously while being a strong team player
• Organised, proactive, and able to balance prospecting with account management

Benefits:

• £38,000 base salary
• Company car
• Bonus
• Generous benefits package

If this sounds like your kind of role, I’d love to speak with you!

Please get in touch with Evie Coates or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy.

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The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors.

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