Field Sales Manager - North

Seniority Level: Associate

#Ownership

At Budweiser Brewing Group, dreaming big is what we do. Brewing the world's most loved beers, building iconic brands like Budweiser, Stella Artois, Corona and crafting meaningful moments are what inspire us.

We're a team of passionate owners who aren't afraid to dream big because we know that together, we can achieve anything. To build a more sustainable, inclusive, and rewarding future. Turning any challenge into an opportunity. So, let's take on the challenge together.

Cheers to dreaming big!

The Role:

This people leadership position is within the Pubs and Brewers channel, specifically managing a team in the North of England, North Wales, and Scotland. The primary focus is delivering brand distribution and volume growth targets for the region, whilst strategically defending our current share. This role offers the opportunity to coach, support, and develop individuals in the team whilst also enhancing your own leadership and communication skills. Additionally, you will be responsible for implementing the commercial strategy for the area in line with the companies' ambitions.

The ideal candidate for this position will be someone who aligns well with AB InBev's 10 principles, possesses exceptional knowledge of the On-Trade sector, handles commercial topics, and has a strong passion for developing and supporting others.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of 10 individuals focused on personal development and target achievement.

• Build strong relationships with key customers, consumer groups, and internal departments.

• Understand and stay updated on industry insights and developments to empower and drive focus.

• Responsible for growing distribution, volume, profitability, and brand experience across key Pub Co's (Stonegate, Greene King, Punch Pubs, Admiral Taverns, etc).

• Manage the territory budget effectively.

• Execute our people cycle and administrative duties (routine management).

• Serve as a brand ambassador, upholding the highest standards of brand execution at all times.

Who we're looking for:

• University degree or equivalent (preferred but not necessary)

• Entrepreneurial and passionate about customer-facing environments, beer, and the food industry.

• Passion for people development and coaching.

• Extensive beer training (internal or external) and experience in the hospitality industry (e.g., bar work, bar management, event management)

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment.

• Strategic thinker with excellent relationship-building and follow-up skills.

• Effective communication skills (both written and verbal)

• Very enthusiastic and motivated to make a difference

• Computer proficiency, specifically with Excel and PowerPoint.

• This role is field-based, so a current UK driving license is required,

Benefits & Perks:

• Benefits for you and your family to help your physical and mental health

• Competitive parental leave and pension double contributions

• 25 days holidays per year

• Employee benefits to help your physical and mental health and overall well-being (travel insurance, gym memberships, discounted services, dental, etc.)

• A beer allowance to enjoy our brands

• 2 volunteer days a year to support your local community

• 5 employee networks to support diversity and inclusion

• Global Bonus

• WPA Private Medical Care

• 26 weeks paid leave for primary caregiver

• 'Return to Work' programme

What you can expect from us:

In this role, you'll have the potential to transform our business and your career. You'll get the support and mentor you need to succeed. We're a meritocracy, with plenty of room for growth and development, so you know your hard work will be rewarded.

We encourage you to think big and go after your goals. You'll get to be creative, work with international teams so you can build a global network, and have direct control over your career and where it takes you.

As the leading global brewer, we are committed to bringing people together for a better - and more equal - world. A more equal world starts when everyone can thrive. At Budweiser Brewing Group we value the diversity of cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce and we strongly encourage women, people of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

If this sounds like the incredible opportunity you've been waiting for, apply today.

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