Equity Ownership– 10% share options in a high-growth drinks business 5 year valuation on circa for £15,000,000

The Role

AsSales Manager / Director (DOE), you’ll be at the heart of our sales and commercial strategy. You'll take ownership of existing customer relationships, grow new accounts, and help shape how we sell — including pricing, packaging, and product development.

This is a rare opportunity to join early, shape the future of a scaling brand, and earn equity in a high-potential business with a clear path to Head of Sales.

Responsibilities

Account Management

• Take ownership of key existing accounts (e.g. bar groups, coworking spaces, event partners).
• Handle repeat orders, upsell new products, and deliver exceptional service.
• Build strong client relationships that drive loyalty and revenue.

New Business Development

• Identify and approach new leads in hospitality, events, corporate, and retail sectors.
• Create and pitch proposals to new customers, from first contact to closing deals.
• Track and report on sales pipelines and targets.

Product & Commercial Strategy

• Contribute to sales strategy — helping shape how we price, package, and position our offer.
• Feed customer insight into product development (e.g. new SKUs, branded lines, bar hire packages).
• Work with the team to test and launch new commercial initiatives.

Future Leadership

We’re looking for someone with the ambition to grow into a key commercial leader, contributing not just to sales, but to the direction of the business as we scale.

• Process Building: Help us define and build the sales systems and tools we need to scale.
• Strategic Input:Work closely with Directors to shape commercial priorities.
• Future Leadership: This role is designed for someone ready to step up, take ownership, and grow into Head of Sales.

Ownership & Growth

This isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to become part of the founding commercial team of a fast-growing tech-driven wholesale startup.

• Attractive Equity Package:You’ll receive a meaningful share of the business. The right candidate will join as an early-stage owner alongside founding staff and partners — with real influence and real upside.

• High-Growth Trajectory:Our mission is to scale rapidly over the next 3–5 years — expanding nationally, unlocking new revenue streams, and building a dominant brand in drinks wholesale, fulfilment and hire.

• Planned Exit Strategy:We are actively building toward a high-value business sale within five years. Founding shareholders stand to benefit significantly at exit — this is a genuine opportunity to turn your ownership into a life-changing financial outcome.

• Make Your Mark:Your ideas won’t be buried. You’ll help shape the commercial direction, build scalable systems, and lead our go-to-market strategy — with autonomy, trust, and real rewards.

Flexible Working

We offer a hybrid working setup that balances in-person relationship building with remote flexibility:

• 2–3 days per weekworking from our warehouse (to meet with the team, visit clients, and connect with operations).
• The rest from home— managing outreach, pipelines, proposals, and CRM systems remotely.

We trust our team to manage their time and take ownership of their work.

Ideal Background (but not essential)

This role is perfect for an ambitious early-career sales or account management professional ready to level up in a high-impact role.

Relevant backgrounds might include:

• B2B Sales or Business Development
• Account Management (especially in drinks, events, or hospitality)
• Commercial roles in FMCG or wholesale distribution

Bonus if you have:

• A knack for relationship building and closing deals
• Experience with CRM or sales tracking tools
• Familiarity with hospitality, bar hire, or the drinks industry
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

No formal sales training is required — full support and training will be provided. We're looking for someone smart, proactive, and hungry to grow.