Job Description:

Business Development Manager

London (East)

Up to £35,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

Do you want to represent one of the world’s most iconic coffee brands and take the lead in building its presence across London’s independent on trade scene?

Are you eager to provide a quality service to customers and enjoy working within a hands on capacity?

The Advocate Group is partnered with a premium coffee brand, known for its heritage, innovation, and presence in high-end hospitality venues across the UK. They are looking for a Business Development Manager to grow the brands presence across the HORECA channel and provide technical support to On Trade customers. This person will be responsible for being the face of the brand, increasing distribution of the products, as well as fitting, removing and troubleshooting the equipment.

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing and expanding a portfolio of independent accounts through regular visits and strong relationship building
• Create and follow tailored sales plans that aligns with brand goals
• Driving volume, distribution, and visibility for the premium coffee portfolio and machinery
• Supporting the execution of brand activations, events, and marketing campaigns
• Deliver training sessions to showcase and support key products
• Installing equipment at relevant locations.
• Responding to equipment repair requests and auditing at required sites
• Removing equipment from establishments that are not meeting performance expectations
• Passionate about growing your territory and become a strong networker across industry events

About You:  

• Clean UK driving license is required
• 12 months experience in a drinks sales position
• Coffee passion or knowledge is highly desirable
• Demonstrated success in account growth and new business development
• Self-starter with high energy, ambition, and strong interpersonal skills
• Experience within a hands on job is desired (Bar work, Barista ect)
• Passionate and driven to learn new skills
• Strong communication and people skills
• Highly organised and good time management
• Great team player and culture add

If the role and responsibilities sound like they are a fit for you – then I’d love to speak to you!  

The Advocate Group is a leading search and selection business providing top talent to the consumer products sector. If you’re interested in finding out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career, then please contact us today.  

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