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Northern Sales Manager – Leading Spirits Wholesaler – North West – Up to £65,000 plus package Are yo... Northern Sales Manager – Leading Spirits Wholesaler – North West – Up to £65,000 plus package Are you a people first leader with experience managing on-trade accounts? This could be for you! Join one of the UK’s leading specialist spirits wholesalers, supplying an exceptional range of premium brands to the on trade. With strong partnerships across pubs, bars, restaurants, and hospitality groups, the business is experiencing significant growth and is looking for an experienced Sales Manager to drive performance, strengthen customer relationships, and lead a high-performing sales team.The Northern Sales Manager will play a crucial role in shaping and delivering the commercial strategy for the on-trade channel. This individual will lead and coach a field sales team, manage key national and regional accounts, and work closely with senior leadership to drive sustainable business growth.This role requires a candidate with leadership experience and a network across the On-Trade in the North West.Your role as Northern Sales Manager will include: Lead, manage and motivate a team of sales representatives/account managers.Set clear objectives, KPIs and performance expectations.Provide coaching, training, and ongoing development to elevate team capability. Execute the company’s commercial and channel strategy across the on-trade.Identify growth opportunities and create action plans to increase distribution, rate of sale and share of back bar and menu listings.Analyse market trends, competitor activity and customer insights to support informed decision-making.Contribute to forecasting, budgeting and annual sales planning. Manage key on-trade accounts—including pub groups, restaurant groups, hotels and late-night venues. Build strong, long-term relationships to drive volume, visibility and brand adoption.Negotiate terms, pricing and promotional plans that deliver mutual value.Monitor account performance and take proactive steps to maximise results. Support the team in winning new customers and expanding existing portfolios.Collaborate with marketing and category teams to develop compelling activation plans. Partner with brand suppliers on joint business plans and promotional activity.Ensure smooth communication between internal stakeholders and the sales team. Have you achieved any of the following: Proven experience in a sales management role within drinks, FMCG, or wholesale.Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing and motivating teams.Excellent relationship-building abilities with key on-trade customers.Commercially astute with strong negotiation and strategic planning skills.Knowledge of the on-trade, hospitality sector and the wider drinks industry.Results-driven, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.Full UK driving licence. If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CV’s to Mark@corecruitment.comCOREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us on +44 207 790 2666 for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram

National Account Manager – B2B Drinks Platform – North of England – Up to £65,000 plus package This... National Account Manager – B2B Drinks Platform – North of England – Up to £65,000 plus package This is a rare chance to join an ambitious B2B drinks-industry startup at the very beginning—giving you the opportunity to fast-track your career, shape your role, and grow as they disrupt the UK drinks trade with an innovative, profit-boosting platform.We are looking for a National Account Manager to join this new business and support the growth across the medium to large on trade. The National Account Manager will be integral in growing this service across a wide range of on-trade venues, targeting major cities, key groups and national outlets. This role is a high impact, field-based role, which will give the candidate an opportunity to shape the business from the ground up.The ideal candidate will come with a background in wholesale and a network across medium-to-large-sized groups, with experience managing commercial relationships in the Drinks FMCG industry. What this business offers: A competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.Opportunities for professional development and career growth.The chance to work with globally recognized brands in an exciting and dynamic industry.A collaborative and supportive work culture. National Account Manager responsibilities include: Drive field sales across your region, visiting venues regularly to build strong customer relationships.Strategically managing business development, presenting and driving growth amount large nationals.Identify and win new business across bars, restaurants, retailers, and wholesalers.Pitch and onboard new customers, showcasing the platform’s value and driving adoption.Support product launches, ensuring new drinks gain listings, visibility and trial in key accounts.Work closely with marketing to execute campaigns, promotions and brand visibility programmes.Manage and grow existing customer accounts, identifying opportunities to drive increased usage and sales.Use market insights and customer feedback to inform commercial strategy and improve performance. The Ideal National Account Manager candidate: Strong background in national account management, new business and proposition pitching—ideally in Drinks FMCG.Proven success in winning new business and building commercial relationships.Experience launching or supporting new products in the on-trade or retail channels.Commercially minded with excellent negotiation and communication skills.Self-motivated, energetic and excited by a role that’s predominantly out in the market.Great stakeholder manager who enjoys working cross-functionally with marketing, operations and brand partners. If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CV’s to Mark@corecruitment.comCOREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us on +44 207 790 2666 for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram