Key Account Manager - North East - £35,000-£40,000

An established leader in recognised spirits, wines & liqueurs on the market is seeking a Key Account Manager to join its team in the On-Trade sector.

Reporting to the Regional Manager, the successful candidate will be accountable for a defined geographic territory, managing Select and Exclusive accounts, and growing sales in line with set KPI's.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Budget management and P+L understanding for regional accounts
• Producing customer account plans that compliment brand plans and channel strategy
• Delivering sales results as set out by targets
• Delivering brand building plan, activation programme, and presentations.
• Educating customers on brand training
• Building harmonious working relationships both internally and externally
• Creating tailored solutions and based on sound category advice
• Identifying and developing new business opportunities
• Accurate recording and feedback of field data
• Effective journey and diary planning

The ideal candidate will be highly numerical and commercially aware, be able to operate autonomously and be a compelling and concise communicator who is self-motivated.

Ideally, you will be educated to degree level or equivalent with experience of working with high end on-trade hotels and restaurants. Prior experience operating at Key Aaccount Manager level and activating brands in the on-trade would be advantageous and you must hold a full clear UK drivers license.

The company is looking for people with a positive mentality who are willing to go the exra mile. In return, you will receive a competitive salary, bonus and car as well as a range of other benefits.

If this sounds like the role for you, plese apply now.