Sales Lead
Basic Staring Salary: £26,000.00 -£30,000.00 depending on experience
Location: North West – Remote and field based
Start Date: Asap
We are looking for a motivated and proactive Sales Lead to join our award winning brewing company who has reached a period of exponential growth and a solid reputation in the local market and is looking for a sales person to help take the business to the next level.
who develop our out of county portfolio and our cask sales on top of will continuing to grow our local sales and nurture the relationships of our existing core customer base You will work alongside our Managing Directors and Operations team.
You will be required to demonstrate experience in the field of sales in the brewing sector and apply your knowledge to enhance our foothold in the regional market especially cask beer
The right candidate will need to apply market analysis and industry experience to develop and execute a solid growth strategy.
You will be responsible for developing new customer relationships, whilst supporting our current customers, further increasing our profile and reach across the country and beyond.
We are looking for someone with a positive can do attitude who is professional and approachable who can successfully implement a robust sales strategy.
You will have strong negotiation skills and have a proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets in the industry.
Arranging, planning and coordinating events for the Brewery along with meeting and greeting customers.
Ability to travel across areas to visit current and new customers to secure orders.
Job Description & Key Responsibilities
Develop current relationships with key accounts and gain new customers to maximise value, distribution and grow volume in sales.
Implement an evidenced sales approach, which targets efficient sales and profitable growth.
Analyse sales to identify and anticipate trends to meet customer demand.
Provide support to customers including training on our beers.
Represent the business and assist with events, festivals and promotional activities being flexible and adaptable.
Work with the Senior Managers to set sales strategy and growth targets.
Regular meetings with Director and team to discuss sales performance and strategies. Utilising Breww and Sellar software for orders.
Core Skills and Experience
A minimum of 2 years industry experience in sales.
Ability to set out sales strategies to meet growth targets.
Analytical skills to interpret sales figures.
An enthusiasm for beer, with knowledge of beer styles and the wider industry.
Ability to collaborate and build on relationships whilst networking within the industry.
A collaborative approach ensuring cohesive working between sales, marketing and brewing team.
An outgoing personality with the ability to build relationships and positively represent the business.
Excellent written, verbal and communication skills.
Full clean driving licence.
Benefits and Allowances
28 days annual leave – including Birthday leave. Incremental yearly increase plus bank holiday allowance.
Good work life balance with autonomy to create your own schedule and work from home when needed
Generous discount on beer from the Brewery Events, Taproom and Beer Shop
Social days out.
Get involved in brew days
Company pension contribution.
Discounted merchandise
Opportunity to work with a friendly team and expanding independent brewery.
Salary is dependent on experience and can be negotiable for the right candidate. Bonus % to be discussed.
Crooked River is an equal opportunities employer and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
If you are interested in working with us, please email your CV and a brief cover letter to: info@crooked-river.co.uk
