Customer Development Manager - Leeds - HEINEKEN On Trade

About the role

HEINEKEN UK is looking for a Customer Development Manager to join its field sales team covering the Leeds and Greater Leeds region. You will grow HEINEKEN’s presence across a variety of outlets, work closely with customers to boost brand visibility and commercial performance, develop strategic plans, and align with major marketing activations.

Key accountabilities

• Deliver volume, revenue, profit and market share targets.
• Negotiate and execute commercial agreements.
• Offer insight-driven category and ranging advice.
• Understand customer P&Ls and support business growth.
• Strengthen HEINEKEN’s presence in the Leeds and Greater Leeds region.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone with commercial drive, strong relationship-building skills and the curiosity to learn and grow. Experience in sales, account management or business development in any industry could be a great fit.

• Frontline sales or commercial experience.
• Comfort with numbers, pricing and P&Ls.
• Ability to build lasting customer relationships.
• Energy, empathy and a collaborative spirit.
• Openness to change and ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment.
• A full UK driving licence, which is essential for the role.

Ideally, you will have at least three months of professional driving experience. Full on-road driver training will be provided during your first few months if needed.

Benefits

• £35,000–£43,000 base salary depending on experience.
• Performance bonus.
• Company car.
• Company-funded private medical healthcare.
• Double-matched pension up to 10%.
• 35 days’ holiday.
• A monthly case of HEINEKEN ciders and beers.
• Development pathways and learning opportunities.
• Access to employee networks and inclusion groups.

Contract and application

This is a permanent, field-based role covering the Leeds area. The closing date is 31st August 2026. Accessibility adjustments are available on request.