Key Account Manager

Job description

Key Account Manager - Premium Mixer Brand – London & The South - Up to £60k plus car travel and bonus

Join one of the world’s most recognized premium mixer brands as they continue to expand their footprint across the UK On Trade. We have been tasked for finding a dynamic Commercial Manager to lead and grow their national On Trade business – driving brand visibility, commercial performance and strategic partnerships across some of the most exciting venues and groups in the country.

As Key Account Manager, you will support the London On Trade strategy, managing existing key partners while identifying and winning new business across medium to large-sized hospitality groups in London. You’ll be responsible for leading commercial negotiations, building strong joint business plans, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver impactful brand activation and awareness.

We are looking for a candidate with a strong black book in London and the passion to grow this already established business.

The company benefits:

• Competitive bonus and salary potential, along with travel
• Progression and development within this growing business
• Autonomy and the chance to shape future projects and strategies.

The Commercial Manager responsibilities:

• Drive the strategy for the London On Trade with account management of key hospitality groups and managed operators.
• Identify, target, and win new business opportunities within key national and regional groups.
• Negotiate commercial agreements and develop long-term, value-driven partnerships.
• Work closely with the wider teams to activate consumer-led brand experiences that drive awareness and sales.
• Deliver annual sales and profitability targets through effective forecasting, planning and relationship management.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including marketing, finance, and supply chain to ensure best-in-class execution.

The ideal Commercial Manager Candidate:

• Proven track record in On Trade sales or account management, ideally within premium drinks, mixers, or spirits.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing and growing national or key account relationships.
• Excellent negotiation and presentation skills with a strategic, results-driven mindset.
• Collaborative, energetic and passionate about premium brands and the On Trade industry.
• Confident working cross-functionally and influencing at senior stakeholder level.

If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CVs to Mark at COREcruitment / mark@corecruitment.com

COREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia.

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www.corecruitment.com

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

18-01-2026

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English