We’re River Coffee Roasters - a passionate team dedicated to sourcing and roasting exceptional specialty coffee. Based in Alresford, Hampshire, we supply some of the UK’s best independent cafés, restaurants, and retailers with freshly roasted, traceable coffee.
Until now, we've grown organically, through word of mouth and recommendation. We've let our coffee speak for itself by putting quality first; from sourcing to roasting, all the way through to hands on on-site support. This has led us to a new exciting chapter. We have the product, a clear mission and recently scaled production facility which is going to allow us to grow demand like never before. This is where you come in. We're looking for a new Wholesale Account Executive to introduce River Coffee to more coffee-forward businesses across the UK whilst maintaining and developing strong relationships with our existing wholesale customers.
What the Role Involves:
You'll be working closely with our CEO to support and grow our wholesale customer base. This is a varied role with plenty of scope for development in both sales and account management. Key responsibilities include:
- Building and maintaining long-term relationships with new and existing wholesale clients
- Responding to enquiries and managing incoming leads
- Seeking new business opportunities through visiting prospective customers and conducting on-site tastings and meetings
- Supporting account setup and onboarding, including assisting with equipment installation, set up and training on equipment and coffee making
- Delivering regular barista training sessions with wholesale partners on-site or in our training centre
- Working with the team to develop and execute sales strategies
- Representing River at industry events, cuppings, and tastings
- Collaborating with our production and roasting teams to ensure smooth order fulfilment
You’ll Be a Great Fit If You:
- Have at least 2 years experience in wholesale business to business customer/account management (in coffee but if not in food & drink) with a proven sales record
- Experience making espresso based coffee (including latte art) to a good standard
- Confident at delivering barista training sessions to groups
- Are a great communicator (in person, email and telephone) and natural relationship builder
- Are well organised, proactive, and enjoy working as part of a small, close-knit team
- Have a genuine passion for specialty coffee
- Hold a full UK driving licence
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary (based on experience) £27,000 - £30,000
- Commission structure
- Company pension, 21 days (plus bank holidays) annual leave with an extra day annual leave every year of employment (up to 5 years)
- Birthday off
- Work laptop, mobile phone and access company vehicle (vehicle access issued after 3 month probationary period)
- Opportunities for training and development (including SCA training)
- Weekly coffee allowance and further discounts on brewing equipment.
- A collaborative, quality-driven environment
- The chance to be part of a growing company with a strong ethical foundation
How to Apply
If you’re excited about coffee and ready to help shape the future of River, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply through Indeed attaching your CV and a short cover letter telling us a bit about yourself and why you'd be a great fit. Applications close 15th September. Applications made without a cover letter will not be considered.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £27,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- sales / account management: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in New Alresford SO24 9SF
