Senior Sales Account Manager
- Salary Range: to £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.