Business Development Manager - Star Pubs & Bars - West Scotland Edinburgh, Scotland
Job description
Business Development Manager
Salary: £42,000 - £55,000 base, depending on experience plus full benefits listed below.
Function: Star Pubs & Bars
Location: Field based role based in & around the West Scotland Region (Glasgow West, Helensburgh, Dumbarton down to Dumfries).
Contract: Permanent
Latest Closing date: Friday 23rd June 2023 Please note, we may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so don’t delay!
As the UK’s leading pub, cider, and beer business, we’re home to some of the world’s best-loved ciders and beers, and a leading player in the international drinks industry. But there’s so much more to HEINEKEN than meets the eye.
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Did you know that HEINEKEN own over 2,300 pubs in the UK? We work closely with fantastic operators to run some of the best loved pubs across the country. Our Pub Company is called Star Pubs & Bars (SP&B) and we believe that a well-invested pub estate, run by innovative and experienced operators, keeps our pubs at the heart of their local community, where they bring people together from all walks of life.
In 2022 we invested £42m in our pubs across the UK, this will touch 660 sites and create 700 new jobs. These investments aren’t just about creating nicer pubs, they’re about giving our customers a better experience, generating better returns for licensees, and ensuring our pubs continue to flourish in their communities
So let’s get straight to it. We’re on the hunt for a Business Development Manager who will support some of our fantastic pubs and bars in the West Scotland region.
About the role
The Business Development Manager role within Star Pubs & Bars is considered a true commercial generalist, you’ll be supporting 32 pubs and utilising the specialist skills and knowledge of a wider support team. The role is at the forefront of our relationship with our customers and pivotal to the success of Star Pubs & Bars, responsible for working collaboratively with a virtual team, including Pub Operations, Estates Manager and Property Team as the key support roles.
Overall, this role is about collaborating with your pub operators and lessees to create a great retail experience for the consumer. To achieve this you’ll create a unique Business Plan for each Pub in your remit, encompassing recruitment of new lessees, reviewing commercial terms, and delivering Brand/Marketing Plans. With a deep understanding of retail or hospitality already, you’ll be able to draw from an arsenal of resources to help design, innovate and implement the best retail solutions for each of the pubs in your remit.
Who we’re looking for
Experience in the pub sector would be advantageous but we are also open to hearing from candidates who have the skill sets required above but gained outside of the pub industry, who are as passionate about consumers and customers as we are.
What benefits will we give you?
As part of the team, along with your salary you’ll also receive;
- an annual performance bonus,
- Company-funded private medical healthcare
- Company Car, Laptop & Phone
- Meal and Broadband Allowance
- Double-matched pension (up to 10% of base pay)
- 35 days’ holiday (plus the option to buy and sell)
- Comprehensive opportunities to develop via our learning platform and courses
- A monthly case of our delicious ciders and beers!
You’ll also get the opportunity to get involved with one of our colleague networks where groups of colleagues from all over the business work together to ensure we’re always working towards being a diverse and inclusive company.
The Application
If you like what you’ve read and want to explore this opportunity further, please apply as soon as possible. We may close vacancies early where we receive significant numbers of applications, so don’t delay apply today to discover Your Future, Untapped.
If you need any adjustments made to support your application, for example if you require information in different formats, or if you have any accessibility issues, then we’re more than happy to review our processes – please feel free to get in touch with us as [email protected].
In all likelihood the ideal candidate for this role won’t meet every single requirement in this advert, in fact we all need the opportunity to grow and develop in role. We understand some applicants are less likely to apply to jobs unless they feel they meet every single qualification. The team at HEINEKEN would encourage you to submit an application if the advert has piqued your interest rather than ruling yourself out based on any self-limiting beliefs. You never know, you may be exactly what we’re looking for!
Who We Are
We’ve 150 years of brewing history and are proud of this legacy. Yet we’re sure our best days are ahead of us. Every one of our colleagues has a role to play as we dream big, set bold ambitions and push the boundaries. We support colleagues on this journey with development opportunities and unique experiences to help them reach their full potential.
When you join us, we’ll back you to reach your full potential. You’ll enjoy unique development opportunities, unforgettable experiences and a reward package that goes far beyond the salary you receive.
There’s no better place to untap your future.
Apply today and brew a better career.
