IFT Account Manager - Bristol

Asahi UK (AUK), part of Asahi Europe & International Ltd, aims to enrich consumer experiences through innovation, high-quality service and an exceptional portfolio of premium beer, ale and cider brands including, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Asahi Super Dry, Meantime, Fuller’s London Pride and Cornish Orchards. Our aim is to be the leading super premium beer business in the UK, through a brand mix that creates a compelling proposition. At AUK we operate as an end to end business unit responsible for sales, marketing, customer operations, production, supply chain and wholesale operations in the UK & Ireland. For further information, visit www.asahibeer.co.uk

Asahi Europe & International is a subsidiary of Asahi Group Holdings Ltd, a global beverage and food company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Japan. Employing > 12,000 people, Asahi Europe & International is the custodian for leading super premium lager brands Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch, Asahi Super Dry, plus international Czech lager brands, Pilsner Urquell and Kozel. The business has world-class brewing and production facilities in 8 markets – UK, NL, ITL, PL, CZ, SK, HU, RO. In most of these markets, we are the leading brewer with full portfolio of famous brands. Commercial operations in other parts of Europe, USA, Canada, LatAm, Africa and Asia are served through our global distribution network. With state-of-the-art facilities, some of the best brewers in the world, quality ingredients, and a culture based on innovation and collaboration, Asahi offers the best quality of beer to beer lovers worldwide. More information can be found at www.asahiinternational.com

Independent Free Trade Account Manager – Bristol

Entrepreneurial spirit is a bit of a buzzword, spread across job adverts nationally that often means “we’re not exactly sure what we want from you”. We’re going to attempt to go against the grain and showcase a role which we think genuinely appeals to someone with true entrepreneurial spirit.

The first thing you’ll be looking for as an entrepreneur is ownership. As an IFTAM that’s exactly what you’ll get, you nurture everything in your area end-to-end and have full P&L accountability. Working with customers directly, rather than through a more traditional route-to-market means you’ll be a lot closer to your customers’ businesses. You’re able to take a consultative approach to selling that appreciates their venue and provide solutions suited to their customer base.

This is where things get more exciting, because you’re not just selling the Asahi portfolio of brands, you’ll have additional responsibility of supplying third party wines, spirits, and soft drinks. With this range of products you’ll be able to help design cocktail menus, run wine tastings, and still be supplying the best beer in the market.

The more knowledgeable you become around the territory and the brands you’ll have time to explore new business opportunities. Understanding where the premium outlets are and bringing in new accounts to continue growing the area.

Some of these larger opportunities will also include regional multiple retail groups (MRGs), chains of bars, hotels, or restaurants which are buying direct from you. It’s important you understand the complexity of these customer groups and have had some experience working with them previously.

The other experiences you’ll be bringing with you is an in depth understanding of the independent free trade market. You’re acutely aware of the challenges faced in the industry and can provide a solutions-based approach to help those businesses thrive. Working with a variety of personalities also means you can adapt your approach to customers, and be an expert in extracting information during talks to provide the best suited brands to their needs.

If you’re looking to progress your career and take on a role where you can truly take an entrepreneurial approach, but safe in the knowledge of having a corporate entity behind you with support networks in place to help you deliver, then considering our IFTAM vacancy might just be for you.

Apply today and someone from the recruitment team will be in touch.

We are committed to nurturing a workplace where we celebrate and respect difference, and support everyone to be true to who they are! At Asahi Europe and International we believe you can SHINE AS YOU ARE - no matter your age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs.  We want to support you to be courageous in your individuality and to know that whoever you are and whatever your circumstances, you can belong with us without having to conform.