Careers

We are always looking for talented people to join our team. For any internship or full time position please email career@friarwood.com with a CV and a letter explaining what you could bring to the company and why you would like to work for Friarwood.

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Job Title: Experienced Fine Wine On Trade Sales Manager

Location: Fulham (covering accounts throughout London and the U.K.)

Salary: Competitive with impressive commission opportunity

The Role:

We are looking to bring onto our team, an experienced sales executive to support our growth and acquire new customers. This is the perfect role for someone looking to move to a company where your experience will truly matter. Furthermore, the role offers a great opportunity for future internal development opportunities.

Responsibility:

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will be in charge of developing an existing high-end client portfolio as well as growing the company through the acquisition of new on-trade clients. As a fine wine prestige on trade sales manager, you will also be part of the company's purchasing decision process.

Tasks:

• Engage in day-to-day dialogue, and utilize effective managerial skills, with existing and prospective customers to build mutually-beneficial relationships.
• Prepare individual and team trade channel strategies, including both action plans and search tools.
• Coordinate development of action plans to penetrate new markets and maximize margin and turnover.
• Prepare and execute client presentations, tastings, and training programs.
• Liaise with our operations and accounts control departments with proactive strategies.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and codes of ethics and ensure these are communicated and implemented within the team.
• Identify and evaluate all large incremental business opportunities.
• Complete all administrative tasks and procedures to the required standard.

Requirements:

• Strong wine sales experience (minimum 5 years' experience) as a fine wine sales executive with a proven track record of success.
• Demonstrable knowledge of both wines and spirits as evidenced by your WSET level 3 qualifications (or equivalent).
• Exemplary presentation and negotiation skills with solid numerical and analytical abilities.
• Capability of working independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Proficient IT skills (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes, Google Drive)
• Adaptability and resilience in the face of challenges.
• Full Driving Licence.

Please apply online at career@friarwood.com. Provide an up-to-date copy of your Resume with covering letter. Given the large volume of applications, only those whose skills and experience match our requirements will be contacted for follow-up. Thank you for your interest.