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Job Title: Business Development Manager – Wines & Spirits - Gonzalez Byass UK Ltd
Location: London
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits
About Us:
Gonzalez Byass UK Ltd are a leading distributor of premium wines and spirits, and we are known for our exceptional portfolio and commitment to quality. Our team is passionate about bringing the best products to our customers, and we are looking for a dynamic, experienced Business Development Manager to join us in London.
The Role:
As a Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving sales growth, managing key accounts, and expanding our footprint in the competitive wine and spirits market. This is a highly autonomous role, ideal for a motivated individual with a strong network, a passion for the industry, and the drive to succeed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prospecting & Cold Calling: Identify and approach new business opportunities, leveraging your extensive industry contacts and demonstrating resilience in a competitive market.
- Account Management: Build and nurture relationships with key accounts, ensuring exceptional service and identifying opportunities for growth.
- Sales Growth: Develop and execute strategies to achieve sales targets, consistently exceeding expectations.
- Market Intelligence: Stay ahead of industry trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to inform your approach.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the wider sales, marketing, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution of strategies and customer satisfaction.
- Reporting: Regularly report on sales performance, pipeline progress, and market insights to senior management, ensuring transparency and alignment with business objectives.
About You:
We’re looking for a self-starter with:
- Experience: A proven track record in sales, ideally within the wines and spirits industry.
- Network: An extensive portfolio of trade contacts in London.
- Drive: A natural eagerness to prospect, cold call, and convert leads into long-term relationships.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Passion: A deep understanding of and enthusiasm for wines and spirits.
- Location: Must be based in or near London, with the flexibility to travel as required.
What We Offer:
- A competitive salary and performance-related bonus structure.
- Generous Pension, Private Medical Insurance and wine allowance.
- The opportunity to represent a portfolio of exceptional wines and spirits.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
If you are a driven and passionate Business Development Manager with the skills and experience to thrive in this role, we’d love to hear from you!
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you’re the perfect fit for this role to Morag@peoplepuzzles.co.uk.
