On-Trade Account Manager

Ab Inbev; City of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company in the United Kingdom is seeking an On-Trade Account Manager. This field-based role focuses on managing existing accounts and developing new ones, with a strong emphasis on sales and customer relationships. The ideal candidate possesses a robust network in the local market and previous sales experience, along with excellent communication skills. Join a company where ambition and ownership thrive, with comprehensive health benefits and growth opportunities.

Benefits

25 holidays per year

Pension with employer contribution

Private medical insurance

Beer allowance

Volunteer days

Qualifications

• Outstanding local market knowledge in the beer or similar industry.
• Previous sales experience preferred.
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing accounts and win new ones.
• Achieve volume and revenue targets.
• Lead activations and ensure execution of brand activities.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Relationship building

Negotiation skills

Commercial acumen

Excellent communication

Job description

Seniority Level: Entry level#Talent**Postcodes:*** **RM:** RM1, RM2, RM3, RM4, RM11, RM12, RM13, RM14, RM15, RM16, RM17, RM18, RM19, RM20* **CM:** CM0, CM1, CM2, CM3, CM4, CM9, CM11, CM12, CM13, CM14, CM15* **SS:** SS0, SS1, SS2, SS3, SS4, SS5, SS6, SS7, SS8, SS9, SS11, SS12, SS13, SS14, SS15, SS16, SS17**What’s in it for you:****The role:**From day one, you're encouraged to lead, share your ideas, and take charge of your success and the success of our business. With a strong team and hard work, we believe anything is achievable. We embrace big dreams and never shy away from challenges. Join us as an On-Trade Account Manager, representing Budweiser Brewing Group UK&I. Manage accounts, provide top-notch customer service, and support wholesale partners to boost sales across our impressive portfolio within the Independent Free Trade. **Duties & Responsibilities*** Focus on both account management for existing relationships and winning new accounts.* Develop account plans to drive and protect growth across multiple operators.* Achieve volume and revenue targets with wholesale partners.* Build a strong network of working relationships across various stakeholders.* Demonstrate commercial acumen and deliver KPI results.* Lead key activations and ensure seamless execution of brand activities.* Differentiate brands through innovative support that adds value to customers.* Track account performance versus investment and present quarterly reviews for key accounts.**Who we’re looking for:*** Someone with a strong work ethic who is persistent, resilient and is keen to develop their career with us.* Outstanding local market knowledge, contacts and experience in beer or similar industry.* Ownership - Take your results personally and lead by example.* Excellent relationship building with Customers, Consumers, internal and external stakeholders.* Previous sales experience preferred* Great communication skills and the ability to manage and cultivate relationships.* Negotiation and Objection Handling skills as well as commercial acumen* Confident in written and spoken English, with knowledge of commercial math's.* Ability to manage time and workload to optimize effectiveness and efficiency* On-trade experience is desirable as is experience of working with premium/super-premium brands* This role is Field Based role so a current UK Driving License is required**Why build your career with us** We recruit for mindset, ambition, cultural fit, and growth opportunities. **UNIQUE CULTURE** We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company’s long legacy. We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication. **BRANDS EVERYONE LOVES** We are part of the collective, global history of beer. We are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favorites. **GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES** Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth. In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, our people are able to deepen their impact and create a long-lasting legacy.#LI-BudweiserUK&I**Purpose:** Brewing the world’s most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy. We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work. That’s Who We Are: Come and **OWN IT.** As a Budweiser On-Trade Account Managers, this role will be focused on both account management to maximize existing relationships, whilst putting significant focus on winning and developing new accounts. A strong candidate will be an outstanding relationship builder, with the ability to sell from our premium portfolio. **This role is field-based covering the Essex Region, a Current UK Driving License Is Required.*** 25 holidays per year + bank holidays & holiday trading options* Pension (up to 8% employer contribution) & income protection* Comprehensive health & wellbeing benefits (fully funded private medical insurance, dental insurance, gym discounts, Employee Assistance Programme)* 26 weeks paid parental leave for eligible primary caregivers* A beer allowance to enjoy our brands* 2 volunteer days a year to support your local community* 4 employee networks to support diversity and inclusion* Life assurance & charitable giving