Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

London (Field-Based)  •  Permanent

Competitive Base Salary + Uncapped Commission  •  Full-Time or Part-Time Considered

Podkováň Brewery has been crafting exceptional Czech lager for over 600 years. Now we’re bringing that tradition to the UK — and we’re looking for a driven, well-connected sales professional to be our face in London.

This is a permanent role, structured to give you financial stability alongside serious earning potential. Whether you’re looking for a full-time position or a part-time arrangement that fits around other commitments, we’re open to the conversation — what matters most is that you know the London on-trade and know how to win.

The Role

You’ll own new business development across London — from first call to account activation and beyond. Working directly with bars, pubs, restaurants, and wholesalers, you’ll be the permanent, dedicated face of Podkováň in one of the UK’s most competitive and rewarding drinks markets.

What You’ll Be Doing

•       Winning new on-trade and wholesale listings across your London territory

•       Building and managing a strong pipeline from prospecting through to account activation

•       Developing lasting relationships with key accounts, buyers, and venue operators

•       Driving volume growth for Podkováň Classic Lager and Dark Lager

•       Representing the brand at trade tastings, activations, and industry events

•       Reporting on activity, forecasting accurately, and hitting monthly targets

What We’re Looking For

•       Proven track record in field sales — drinks industry experience a strong plus

•       Solid knowledge of the London on-trade scene: pubs, bars, restaurants, independents

•       A natural relationship-builder with the confidence to approach cold accounts

•       Commercially sharp — you understand margin, rate of sale, and how buyers think

•       Organised and self-managing: you can structure your own week and deliver results without hand-holding

•       Genuine enthusiasm for quality beer and authentic brands

The Package

We offer a proper permanent employment package, structured to reward performance:

•       Competitive base salary (dependent on experience)

•       Uncapped commission — earnings grow directly with the accounts you win

•       Performance bonuses for hitting key milestones

•       28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and statutory employment benefits

•       The tools, samples, and support you need to sell effectively

Part-time arrangements will be considered for the right candidate — salary and targets pro-rated accordingly.

Why Podkováň

•       One of the most authentic Czech lagers on the market — brewed with natural spring water and 600+ years of craft

•       A genuine gap in the UK market for a premium heritage lager with real provenance

•       Get in on the ground floor of a growing UK operation — with the ability to grow with us

•       Work alongside founders who are genuinely invested in your success

Interested?

We’re actively building our London presence and want to move quickly. If you know the market and want to be part of something genuinely exciting, get in touch directly.

Referrals are always welcome — and rewarded with free beer.

Duncan Carter

Sales Director, Podkováň Brewery

07432 509758

[email protected]