Sales Account Manager

Sales Account Manager

• Salary Range: £40,000 - £65,000 plus commission and bonus
• Location: London or the South
• Job Type: Full-time

Do you have a proven track record selling Premium wines?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Sales Account Manager to join an award winning specialist wine importer and distributor sourcing exclusive wines & sprits for the UK's leading restaurants, Hotels and independent wine merchants. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for fine wines and experience in dealing with high net worth on and off-trade clients. As part of the  expansion, we are looking for a self-motivated individual who is driven by customer excellence and the love for the deal.

Day to day of the role:

• Develop and maintain relationships with high net worth on and off-trade clients.
• Drive sales through customer excellence and a deep understanding of fine wines.
• Manage your own time effectively to maximise sales opportunities.
• Be proactive in making things happen and achieving sales targets.
• Provide expert knowledge and advice on the exclusive range of fine wines.
• Organise and accompany clients on wine trips, enhancing their experience and fostering strong business relationships.

Skills & Experience

• Experience of selling and growing accounts in the on and off trade

• Proven ability to hit sales targets

• An ability to work within a team and meet deadlines

• Highly organised and with a strong eye for detail

• Self-motivated with a positive outlook and excellent communication skills

• A good wine knowledge, preferably to WSET Level 3 or above

• IT proficient including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point

• A clean UK driving licence

Benefits:

A competitive salary plus sales commission to be commensurate with experience

• Company bonus scheme

• Private healthcare

• 25 days holiday per annum

• Stakeholder Pension

• Discounted wine

To apply for the Sales Account Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are passionate about the wine industry.