JOIN OUR TEAM AS A BUSINESS ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE AND MAKE AN IMPACT!

Are you a results-driven professional with a passion for the wine industry? Kingsland Drinks, a premier independent UK supplier of wine and spirits, is seeking a Business Account Executive to join our Commercial team. This is a pivotal role that offers the chance to make a real impact while growing your career in a fast-paced, dynamic industry.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong planning, organisational, and time-management skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; SAP experience is highly desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Background in the wine and spirits industry with WSET qualifications.
• Experience in FMCG environments and retailer systems.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced setting.

At Kingsland Drinks Group, we believe in celebrating our team’s hard work and passion. That’s why we offer a generous glass-full of benefits to make your experience with us as rewarding as possible:

• Generous holiday entitlement that grows with your length of service.
• A company day off at Christmas to spend quality time with your loved ones.
• Annual profit share, linked to company KPIs, so you can share in our success.
• Massive discounts on wine and spirits from our company shop – cheers to that!
• Flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements for better work-life balance.
• Life assurance cover after just three months of service.
• A ‘recommend a friend’ reward scheme – many of our team work alongside their loved ones!
• Wellbeing resources, including Mental Health First Aiders, free counselling via an EAP, and a wellbeing app. Your health and happiness matter to us.
• Health checks including diabetes and blood pressure monitoring, plus stop smoking advice.
• Training and development opportunities for all, including fully funded apprenticeships.
• Hands-on involvement with new product development, including wine and spirit tastings – bring your palate to the party!
• Free on-site parking and electric vehicle charging.
• Local community engagement opportunities and discounts for Salford Reds rugby tickets

Education:

• A-Level or equivalent (preferred

Experience:

• Account management: 1 year (preferred)
• sales: 1 year (preferred

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Pricing Management: Accurately maintain price files on customer portals and internal systems in collaboration with the Commercial team.
• Product Coordination: Submit new product forms, oversee new product launches, and manage amendments to product packaging from concept to completion.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with customers and internal departments, acting as a key point of contact.
• Forecasting and Demand Planning: Collaborate with the Supply Chain team to manage forecasts and adapt to customer demand changes.
• Market Research: Stay ahead of market trends and competitor activity through analysis, store visits, and regular updates.
• Project Management: Implement price changes, promotional activities, and packaging amendments with precision and efficiency.
• Customer Support: Promptly address customer queries to ensure satisfaction and trust.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE:

• Collaborate with talented professionals across Commercial, Marketing, Supply Chain, and other key departments.
• Gain hands-on experience in commercial strategy, product management, and account development.
• Enjoy the opportunity to shape your career, with potential progression opportunities
• Play a vital role in driving the success of Kingsland Drinks and the wine and spirits industry as a whole.

THIS ROLE COMES WITH A GLASS-FULL OF BENEFITS!

At Kingsland Drinks Group, we believe in celebrating our team’s hard work and passion. That’s why we offer a generous glass-full of benefits to make your experience with us as rewarding as possible:

• Generous holiday entitlement that grows with your length of service.
• A company day off at Christmas to spend quality time with your loved ones.
• Annual profit share, linked to company KPIs, so you can share in our success.
• Massive discounts on wine and spirits from our company shop – cheers to that!
• Flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements for better work-life balance.
• Life assurance cover after just three months of service.
• A ‘recommend a friend’ reward scheme – many of our team work alongside their loved ones!
• Wellbeing resources, including Mental Health First Aiders, free counselling via an EAP, and a wellbeing app. Your health and happiness matter to us.
• Health checks including diabetes and blood pressure monitoring, plus stop smoking advice.
• Training and development opportunities for all, including fully funded apprenticeships.
• Hands-on involvement with new product development, including wine and spirit tastings – bring your palate to the party!
• Free on-site parking and electric vehicle charging.
• Local community engagement opportunities and discounts for Salford Reds rugby tickets.

At Kingsland Drinks Group, our door is open to talent from all backgrounds. If you’ve got the drive, determination, and passion to succeed, there’s a place for you here. Join our team and raise a glass to your next big career move – with us as your partner in ‘wine.’
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Profit sharing
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• A-Level or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Account management: 1 year (preferred)
• sales: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Manchester M44 6BD
Reference ID: KDGBAE
Expected start date: 01/09/202