Business Development Manager

Salary/Rate:Market related
Job type:Full-time
Working Options:Hybrid
Town/City:Brighton
County:East Sussex
Specialism:Drinks Recruitment
Job ref:104296
Post Date:May 20, 2026
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About the Role

Business Development Manager

South East (Brighton)

Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Bonus

 

 

Are you a commercially, relationship-focused individual who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment?

Do you want to work with one of the UK’s most exciting drinks businesses with an ever-growing portfolio of brands?

 

We’re partnering with a leading drinks brand going through exceptional growth. They’re now looking for a Business Development Manager to prospect across a high-potential patch focused across the South East, with a focus on Brighton. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading portfolio of premium spirits and soft drinks brands.

 

Responsibilities include:

  • Prospect and grow On Trade accounts across the region
  • Driving volume, distribution, and brand visibility across the brand portfolio
  • Identifying and converting new business opportunities across pubs, bars, restaurants, and events venues
  • Build strong route-to-market partnerships
  • Delivering on KPIs around volume, distribution growth, and new business
  • Operating across diverse venues – from late-night to premium cocktail bars

 

About You:

  • On Trade drinks sales experience is desirable
  • Hospitality experience with a commercial attitude will be considered
  • Deep understanding of the South East hospitality scene
  • Commercially minded with exposure to P&L
  • Highly self-motivated and energetic

 

If this role sounds like the perfect fit for you, I’d love to hear from you!

The Advocate Group is a leading search and selection business providing top talent to the consumer products sector. If you’re interested in finding out more about our available opportunities or how we can help further your career, please contact us today.

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