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Business Development Executive - South Wales

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Sales & Business Development
  • Swansea

AI generated summary

  • You should have a passion for the beer and food industry, strong organizational and analytical skills, relationship-building abilities, and be motivated, resilient, and proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
  • You will grow distribution and profitability in On-Trade accounts, manage budgets, build relationships, execute plans, and enhance product knowledge to drive brand success.

Requirements

  • * Passion for Beer and Food Industry – experience in the hospitality industry (e.g. bar work, waiter/waitress experience) is preferred
  • * Strong organization skills with the ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment
  • * Analytical skills with strong business acumen
  • * Excellent relationship building and follow-up skills
  • * Very enthusiastic & motivated to make a difference
  • * Driven, ambitious and resilient
  • * Computer proficiency and aptitude, specifically with Excel and PowerPoint
  • * Flexible with irregular working hours to be present during key period on premise (including some evenings and weekends)

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for growing distribution, volume, profitability and brand experience within a portfolio of On-Trade accounts
  • Autonomy to own aligned territory with the opportunity to leave a legacy by growing share, volume and commercial results.
  • Retain & Grow AB InBev share/sales within aligned Regional & National Wholesale Partners.
  • Retain & Grow AB InBev share/ sales within aligned Pub Companies.
  • Develop a deep knowledge base related to brewing process, beer types and styles, handling, tasting, serving in order to develop our brands, and enhance consumer and customer experience & outlet brand execution
  • Ownership of annual individual customer planning & promotional evaluation
  • Territory spend and budget management
  • Build strong business relationships with Regional Sales Managers, key customers and consumer groups
  • Execution of call cycle and administrative duties (routine management)
  • Maintain a current and accurate knowledge of products within the category
  • Build and evolve a comprehensive network with other sales professionals in the wider AB InBev business

FAQs

What is the seniority level of the Business Development Executive position?

The seniority level for this position is entry level.

What are the main responsibilities of the Business Development Executive?

Responsibilities include growing distribution, volume, profitability, and brand experience within a portfolio of On-Trade accounts, managing relationships with wholesalers and pub company partners, and developing a deep knowledge base related to brewing processes and beer types.

Is a driving license required for this role?

Yes, a current UK Driving License is required as this role is field-based covering South Wales and Gloucestershire.

What prior experience is preferred for candidates applying to this position?

Experience in the hospitality industry, such as bar work or waiter/waitress experience, is preferred.

What kind of skills are required for this role?

Candidates should have strong organization skills, analytical skills with business acumen, excellent relationship-building skills, enthusiasm, motivation, and computer proficiency, especially in Excel and PowerPoint.

What are the working hours for this position?

The role may require flexible and irregular working hours to be present during key periods on premise, including some evenings and weekends.

What benefits are offered to employees in this role?

Benefits include 25 holidays per year plus bank holidays, a pension plan with up to 8% employer contribution, comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits, a beer allowance, volunteer days, life assurance, and charitable giving options.

Where is the work location for this position?

The work location is hybrid remote in Swansea, South Wales.

What is the pay range for the Business Development Executive role?

The pay range for this position is £24,420.00 - £48,477.58 per year.

What kind of company culture can one expect at AB InBev?

AB InBev promotes a unique culture characterized by collaboration, candor, and open communication, fostering a dynamic work environment.

Does AB InBev offer growth opportunities for employees?

Yes, AB InBev empowers its people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth, allowing them to deepen their impact and create a long-lasting legacy.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1366
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are Budweiser Brewing Group, the UK & Ireland business of AB InBev, the world’s leading brewer. We brew some of the UK’s favourite beers including Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Corona & Camden Hells. We have big ambitions when it comes to growing the beer category, championing our nation’s iconic beer community, promoting a smart drinking culture & protecting our environment. Most of all we want to be a great place to work where everyone can develop at the pace of their talent. Our people are our greatest strength and our culture of meritocracy means whether you are a brew master, brand enthusiast or new graduate, if you are willing to accept the challenge & embrace our fast-paced environment, the opportunities are limitless. As part of AB InBev we work with 175,000 colleagues in 50 markets, brewing & selling over 500 different beer brands in more than 150 countries. We are a diverse group but what unites us is our culture of constantly looking for new challenges and our shared dream of bringing people together for a better world

Benefits

  • Parental Leave

    When your family grows, enjoy time off to make the most of it.

  • Mentoring

    Build your network and learn from our leaders.

  • Growth

    Advance at the pace of your own talent.

  • Development

    Learn new things every day through formal and informal training.

  • Beer Vouchers

    Cheers! Treat yourself to our most loved beers.

  • Rewards

    Earn competitive pay and be rewarded for delivering results.