Business Development Manager - South East London

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
South East London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Sales & Marketing
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SKILLS

Business Development Relationship Management New Business Development On-Trade Sales Brand Visibility & Distribution Wholesale Relationship Management Drinks Industry Knowledge Territory Management

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Business Development Manager - South East London

Company: [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] (recruited by Marvel FMCG) | Location: South East London | Type: Permanent, On-site | Contact: [contact hidden]

Job Description

Are you looking for your next role with iconic drinks brands recognised and loved across the UK hospitality scene? Do you know the South East London bar scene like the back of your hand?

I am working on a fantastic opportunity to join the on trade sales team for the most renowned read-to-drink brand portfolio in the UK as a Business Development Manager for the Territory across South East London. The ready-to drink category is consistently growing and it is a fantastic time to join this industry leading portfolio, representing the most widely known and loved premium brands in the category.

Why this role?

  • Join a business that is committed to an open culture promoting mutual respect, commitment and drive so their people come first.
  • An opportunity to work with some of the drinks industries most recognised, household name brands.
  • Play an integral part in growing brand visibility and distribution across the on trade.

Take responsibility for developing relationships and driving new business across the on-trade channel. Explore opportunities in new business channels building the brands across bars, restaurants, hotels & the wider on trade whilst developing wholesale relationships to grow the brands footprint across the industry.

The Business

Set up in 1997 this portfolio has become a major independent drinks business that offers 15 brands for every occasion, from iconic ready to drink brands to premium tonic waters and soft drinks to spirits, liqueurs and canned cocktails. Become a member of a strong UK wide sales team. Take responsibility for key independent accounts and regional groups, building relationships with wholesalers and on trade customers to develop business, brand visibility and distribution across your territory in the competitive and fast paced drinks trade.

The Process

We will be shortlisting for this role on an ongoing basis. The first stage interviews will be held via Teams with the head of HR. The following second stage will be either over Teams or face to face with the hiring manager for the role.

How to Apply

If you would like to find out more about this role please get in touch with Jake Merrick-Wren – [contact hidden].

Apply via the 'Apply Now' button on this page or through the website.

How can we make our recruitment process more accessible for you? You can always talk to us about any adjustments you need to make your life easier.

We're always open to your thoughts and suggestions to make what we do more accessible. Get in touch and let's work together to make recruitment fair for everyone.

Additional Information

  • Discipline: Drink - Spirits
  • Job Function: Sales - On Trade
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Contact Email: [contact hidden]
  • Job Ref: 53660
  • Published: 9 days ago
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