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Commercial Account Manager Remote role (Ideal location South of Birmingham) Up to £55,000 + Additional Benefits We are supporting a leading fine wine company in their search for a Senior Account Managerto drive growth and build lasting relationships with premium On Trade accounts across the UK. This award-winning business has over 60 years of fine wine expertise with a world-class portfolio. The company represents some of the most sought-after names in global wine, from iconic Bordeaux châteaux and Champagne houses to carefully selected premium producers across Burgundy, Napa, New Zealand, and beyond. This is a unique opportunity to represent one of the UK s most prestigious fine wine portfolios, building a diverse client base that spans dynamic independents, vibrant regional groups, and national chains. Responsibilities include: Driving new business development across independent, regional, and national On Trade partners Supporting the management of Mitchells & Butlers with category planning, joint business planning, and brand activation Building and nurturing long-term relationships with clients, tailoring offers to elevate their wine programmes Delivering inspiring tastings and training sessions to educate and engage hospitality teams Growing distribution, visibility, and securing new listings with premium hospitality partners Representing the company at trade and client events, raising brand awareness and unlocking new opportunities About You: Proven track record in On Trade wine sales, with strong existing relationships across the sector WSET Level 2 minimum (Level 3 preferred) with deep technical wine knowledge Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and business development skills Highly presentable with polished communication and presentation abilities Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively 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. Roxy Gadd (url removed)

Ready to drive growth for a portfolio of leading drinks brands? The Advocate Group are proud to be partnering with a leading drinks brand going through exceptional growth. They re now looking for an Assistant Customer Marketing Manager to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading portfolio of premium spirits and soft drinks brands. Key Responsibilities: Own and execute customer-specific activation plans across Off Trade channels. Turn data and insight into compelling retailer stories and ranging recommendations. Support NPD launches, shopper activations, and promotions from brief to in-store execution. Partner with Account Managers on impactful presentations, tenders and JBP inputs. Manage A&P budgets with a sharp focus on ROI and performance tracking. Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Brand, Trade Marketing and Events to ensure timely execution of events, activations, and campaigns. Review performance, share learnings, and continuously raise the standard of execution. About You: Experience in Customer/Trade/Shopper Marketing, or a retail-facing marketing role, ideally within FMCG. Strong understanding of off-trade environments. Credible, confident communicator with experience dealing with senior stakeholders. Organised, energetic, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Full UK driving license. If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I d love to speak to you! Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career contact us today. Please get in touch with Emma or click Apply Now to be considered for this vacancy. The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

The Advocate Group is proud to be partnering with a globally renowned, family-owned drinks business in the search for a Customer Marketing Manager - eCommerce to drive digital excellence and deliver standout brand performance across Pureplay channels. Key Responsibilities: Develop and manage eCommerce activation plans across pureplay platforms, turning brand strategy into measurable conversion and revenue growth. Translate brand ambitions into bold, impactful digital strategies that win in the online marketplace. Lead paid media planning and optimisation across retailer platforms, maximising ROI and return on spend (ROS). Dive into customer and market performance insights to identify opportunities, take decisive action, and elevate KPIs. Collaborate with agencies and data partners to ensure accurate content, optimise campaigns, and drive performance. Partner cross-functionally with Brand, Commercial, and external teams to deliver fully integrated, high-impact activations. Contribute insight-led recommendations in commercial planning sessions to shape strategy and execution. About You: Proven experience in Customer/Trade/Shopper Marketing, ideally with exposure to Pureplay or (url removed) channels. Deep understanding of digital activation, online retailer performance metrics, and what drives conversion. Commercially minded with a sharp focus on ROI, revenue growth, and delivering results that matter. Confident managing multiple stakeholders, building strong relationships across internal teams, agencies, and customers. Energised by fast-paced, high-impact work, and passionate about translating strategy into results. If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I d love to speak to you! Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career contact us today. Please get in touch with Emma or click Apply Now to be considered for this vacancy. The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Position: Brand Manager - Bang Energy Location: Uxbridge, Hybrid Salary: Competitive + Benefits Want to re-energise your career with Monster Energy, the powerhouse behind your favourite energy drinks and events? Are you bold, relentless, and ready to take your professional journey to the top? The Advocate Group is proud to be partnering with Monster Energy in the search for a Brand Manager to lead Bang Energy, one of the most exciting names in their powerhouse portfolio. Key Responsibilities: Lead the creation and execution of the Bang Energy brand strategy across EMEA to deliver growth. Develop and implement brand guidelines to ensure consistent positioning across trade, consumer, and fan touchpoints. Coordinate go-to-market strategies for NPD launches and brand performance initiatives. Own brand performance tracking and analysis, driving marketing and trade execution strategies. Manage consumer promotions, incentive planning, and branded toolkit development. Build consumer insights to shape strategy and the full marketing mix. Drive digital and social media activation, including content creation and influencer partnerships. Create brand experiences through events, activations, and sampling initiatives. Act as the central contact for regional marketing teams, supporting in-market execution. About You: Brand management/Marketing experience within an FMCG/lifestyle brand. Strong digital marketing/community management background. A self-starter with the ability to develop and deliver brand initiatives across international markets. Passionate about lifestyle and scene-led marketing. Excellent influencing and collaboration skills, able to work across multiple teams and stakeholders. If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I d love to speak to you! Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career contact us today. Please get in touch with Emma or click Apply Now to be considered for this vacancy. Call: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed) Advocate Group is the sole and exclusive talent partner for this appointment. All direct or third-party applicants will be forwarded to Advocate Group for processing. Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

A fast-growing player in the UK seafood industry is looking for a Business Development Manager to join their dynamic sales team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong wholesale seafood experience who s ready to make an impact. You ll focus on growing sales of quality frozen fish and seafood products to independent fish merchants, wholesalers, frozen food distributors, and manufacturers. The Role: Develop and grow relationships with new and existing wholesale customers Identify and pursue new business opportunities both clients and products Attend client meetings and trade shows across the UK Contribute to the broader seafood development strategy within the business Meet sales targets and help deliver strong profit margins About You: 5+ years' experience in the UK seafood wholesale market Excellent product knowledge across a range of seafoods Strong network within the industry, particularly with fish merchants Confident communicator with solid negotiation skills Well-organised with great time management Tech-savvy proficient with Excel, Word, PowerPoint Full, clean UK driving licence What s On Offer: £45,000 base salary 15% performance bonus Company car or car allowance Lunch allowance Laptop & phone provided Flexible remote working If you re a self-starter with a passion for seafood and strong commercial instincts, I'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with Evie Coates or click Apply Now to be considered for this vacancy. Call: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed) The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Are you passionate about premium cocktails, bars, and all things on-trade? I'm on the lookout for an ambitious and outgoing Sales Manager to join one of Europe s most exciting, fast-growing drinks brands If you've got sales instinct, a strong hospitality background, and the energy to shake things up in the UK bar scene, this could be your perfect mix. The Role: Managing and growing relationships with top bars, restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups Leading tastings and trainings, ensuring the brand is served to perfection Hunting down new business opportunities and turning them into lasting partnerships Representing the brand at trade shows, events, and activations Working closely with marketing to boost visibility across the region Tracking performance and smashing sales targets About You: A natural people-person with a real love for hospitality On-trade experience or deep industry knowledge Field-based sales experience and confidence pitching face-to-face Based in or around Manchester, with willingness to travel Full of ideas, energy, and a drive to grow something meaningful What s On Offer: Competitive salary + performance-based bonus Car allowance + mileage Access to a full cocktail portfolio (yes, with perks!) Company events across Europe + regular trips to HQ in the Netherlands Industry discounts, travel perks, and more The chance to grow your career with a bold, creative brand making waves in the UK and beyond Please get in touch with Evie Coates or click Apply Now to be considered for this vacancy. Call: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed) The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

National Account Manager Convenience up to £60,000 + Car Allowance + 10% Bonus Remote with UK Travel Looking for a role with real ownership, autonomy and the chance to shape one of the UK s biggest Convenience accounts? This is an exciting opportunity to join a family-owned drinks business with £100m turnover, strong brand admiration and a reputation for developing long-term careers. Our client is seeking a National Account Manager to take on full responsibility for the Co-op account, alongside Spar, One Stop and Iceland. This is a strategically important role requiring strong relationship building, negotiation and the ability to influence at all levels. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of Co-op, Spar, One Stop & Iceland (P&L, forecasting, volumes, profit). Lead JBP negotiations and build stronger influence with Co-op. Manage both branded and own-label ranges, including duty-led categories. Deliver aligned commercial plans with cross-functional support from Category, Finance & Marketing. Report on KPIs and adjust strategies to ensure targets are achieved. Develop long-term strategic plans with autonomy to implement. About You Experience managing Co-op is highly desirable (All Off Trade is considered) Strong commercial acumen with proven success in P&L and JBP negotiation. Background in FMCG essential; drinks / alcoholic categories advantageous. Detail-oriented with strong influencing skills confident, not shy and retiring. Able to balance transactional day-to-day management with strategic thinking. Package & Benefits Up to £60,000 basic salary (depending on experience). Strong car allowance + travel fully covered. 10% bonus (5% company performance, 5% KPIs business is on track this year). Remote role with flexibility c.1 2 office visits per month plus quarterly meetings. Please get in touch with Kayleigh or click Apply Now to be considered for this vacancy. Call: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed) The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Do you have the energy, drive, and ambition to elevate your career with one of the most iconic brands in the game? Monster Energy is on the lookout for commercial individuals to be part of their rapid growth in the South & South East London area. This is your chance to really kickstart your sales career with a forward-thinking, progressive business that prioritises its people. Here s what you need to know Key Responsibilities: Build relationships with customers within the convenience channel across your patch. Execute direct market activation on the market. Direct promo execution on the market. Train and coach the distribution partner staff. Distribute and manage POS. Acquire new independent retailers for the profile defined. Distribute stock lines per outlet to the mix required. Distribute POS material and merchandising to existing stockists and new outlets as directed. Support the appointed distributor with promotional activity as agreed. Communicate good-quality market information to distributors. Complete activity reporting on time and submit as directed. Record and report all activities in line with company policy. About You: Flexible, enthusiastic, hardworking, and committed to a career in sales. Self-starting, entrepreneurial, and highly adaptable in a rapidly changing marketplace. A diplomat and advocate who can persuade and win over distributor partners, internal/external customers, and industry contacts. Able to work comfortably in a team, but with enough drive to set your own objectives and ensure a steady stream of business development. A rapid learner and creative problem solver. Driver s license required. If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I d love to speak to you! Please get in touch with Kieran Tudsbury or click Apply Now to be considered for this vacancy. Email: (url removed) The Advocate Group is the exclusive talent partner for Monster Energy. All direct or third-party applicants will be forwarded to The Advocate Group for processing.