Field Sales Representative
- Full-time
Company Description
AB InBev As a company, we dream big to create a future with more cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life’s moments, move our industry forward and make a meaningful impact in the world. We are committed to building great brands that stand the test of time and to brewing the best beers using the finest ingredients. Our diverse portfolio of well over 500 beer brands includes global brands Budweiser®, Corona® and Stella Artois®; multi-country brands Beck’s®, Hoegaarden®, Leffe® and Michelob ULTRA®; and local champions such as Aguila®, Antarctica®, Bud Light®, Brahma®, Cass®, Castle®, Castle Lite®, Cristal®, Harbin®, Jupiler®, Modelo Especial®, Quilmes®, Victoria®, Sedrin®, and Skol®. Our brewing heritage dates back more than 600 years, spanning continents and generations. From our European roots at the Den Hoorn brewery in Leuven, Belgium. To the pioneering spirit of the Anheuser & Co brewery in St. Louis, US. To the creation of the Castle Brewery in South Africa during the Johannesburg gold rush. To Bohemia, the first brewery in Brazil. Geographically diversified with a balanced exposure to developed and developing markets, we leverage the collective strengths of approximately 167,000 colleagues based in nearly 50 countries worldwide.
Our 10 PRINCIPLES
Our 10 Principles shape how we interact, influence how we make decisions and guide how we do business. That’s why we place them at the core of our culture.
01 Dream big.
02 Focus on superior results.
03 Lead by example and take accountability.
04 Attract and develop great people.
05 Build brands consumers love.
06 Grow with customers and communities.
07 Prioritize simple and scalable solutions.
08 Manage costs tightly.
09 Think long-term.
10 Never take shortcuts.
Our Community Impact
The AB InBev Foundation was created with a mission to reduce the harmful consumption of alcohol and to advance a broader set of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals focused on entrepreneurship development, access to clean water, sustainable agriculture and emergency response, in collaboration with external partners, and six more AB InBev Foundations.
Empowering Entrepreneurs
We work closely with small- and medium-sized businesses across our value chain everyday—from thousands of farmers to millions of retailers. Through meaningful engagement with these entrepreneurs and other key partners, we catalyze resources and opportunities to develop localized solutions and create shared prosperity. These entrepreneurs are often the backbone of their communities, and their success is tied to supporting their families and growing the local economy.
Smart Drinking
We are committed to using the core capabilities of our business to promote moderation and responsible drinking behaviors. We do this using evidence-based initiatives. This is what we call Smart Drinking. We believe this is good for our consumers, communities, and business.
Products Portfolio
When consumers substitute strong alcohol beverages with beer, or when they incorporate in their drinking occasions the consumption of no-alcohol beer, both moderation and responsible drinking are reinforced and public health outcomes at aggregate levels may improve. We are committed to expanding our no-alcohol beer offerings.
Creative Social Norms Marketing
We promote the responsible behaviors among consumers through social norms marketing techniques.
Job Description
This is an entry-level position. No sales experience is required, but a deep passion for our brands and a desire to work with people are preferred. This exciting role involves working alongside Regional Wholesalers and our Pub Company Partners focusing on account management to maximize existing relationships, whilst also putting significant focus on winning and developing new accounts.
A strong candidate will be an outstanding relationship builder. Selling, supporting, monitoring, and retaining our premium ABI brands within partner wholesale supplied outlets & Pub Companies is key, along with commercial acumen and delivery of KPI results, whilst embracing our ten key principles.
This role is a field-based role covering Truro (Postcode areas TR, PL) so a current UK Driving License is required. We can only accept applications currently located in the above postcodes.
At Budweiser Brewing Group, dreaming big is what we do. Brewing the world’s most loved beers, building iconic brands like Budweiser, Stella Artois, Corona and crafting meaningful moments are what inspire us.
We’re a team of passionate owners who aren’t afraid to dream big because we know that together, we can achieve anything. To build a more sustainable, inclusive and rewarding future. Turning any challenge into an opportunity. So let’s take on the challenge together.
Cheers to dreaming big!
The role:
- Responsible for growing distribution, volume, profitability, and brand experience within a portfolio of On-Trade accounts
- Autonomy to own aligned territory with the opportunity to leave a legacy by growing share, volume, and commercial results.
- Retain & Grow AB InBev share/sales within aligned Regional Wholesale Partners.
- Retain & Grow AB InBev share/ sales within aligned Pub Companies.
- Develop a deep knowledge base related to the brewing process, beer types, and styles, handling, tasting, and serving to develop our brands, and enhance consumer and customer experience on-premise
- Ownership of annual individual customer planning, promotional evaluation, and customer sell-back,
- Territory spending and budget management
- Build strong business relationships with Regional Sales Managers, key customers, and consumer groups
- Execution of call cycle and administrative duties (routine management)
- Maintain a current and accurate knowledge of products within the category
- Build and evolve a comprehensive network with other sales professionals in the wider AB InBev business
Qualifications
Who we’re looking for:
- Passion for Beer and Food Industry – experience in the hospitality industry (eg bar work, waiter/waitress experience) is preferred
- Strong organization skills with the ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment focused Analytical skills with strong business acumen
- Excellent relationship-building and follow-up skills
- Very enthusiastic & motivated to make a difference
- Driven, ambitious, and resilient
- Computer proficiency and aptitude, specifically with Excel and PowerPoint
- Flexible with irregular working hours to be present during key periods on-premise (including some evenings and weekends)
Benefits & Perks:
- Benefits for you and your family to help your physical and mental health
- Competitive parental leave and pension double contributions
- 25 days holidays per year
- Employee benefits to help your physical and mental health and overall wellbeing (travel insurance, gym memberships, discounted services, dental etc.)
- A beer allowance to enjoy our brands
- 2 volunteer days a year to support your local community
- 5 employee networks to support diversity and inclusion
- Global Bonus
- WPA Private Medical Care
- 26 weeks paid leave for primary caregiver
- ‘Return to Work’ programme
What you can expect from us:
In this role, you’ll have the potential to transform our business and your career. You’ll get the support and mentor you need to succeed. We’re a meritocracy, with plenty of room for growth and development, so you know your hard work will be rewarded.
We encourage you to think big and go after your goals. You’ll get to be creative, work with international teams so you can build a global network and have direct control over your career and where it takes you.
As the leading global brewer, we are committed to bringing people together for a better – and more equal – world. A more equal world starts when everyone can thrive. At Budweiser Brewing Group we value the diversity of cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce and we strongly encourage women, people of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
If this sounds like the incredible opportunity you’ve been waiting for, apply today.
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