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Are you a commercially driven marketing professional who thrives on bringing standout brands to life in the on-trade? The Advocate Group is proud to be partnering with a fast-growing, premium spirits business with a strong heritage, bold brand identity, and a genuine passion for craftsmanship and quality. With ambitious growth plans across the UK, the business is now looking for a Customer Activation Manager to play a key role in accelerating brand visibility, advocacy, and commercial performance across key on-trade accounts.
Job Responsibility:
Shape and deliver the UK on-trade activation strategy, focusing on high-impact venues and priority customers
Partner with marketing and sales to build and execute commercially focused annual activation plans
Create bespoke, insight-led activation plans that drive visibility, engagement, and ROI
Develop standout on-trade toolkits, POS, and in-venue assets that bring the brand to life
Lead execution of immersive activations, including events, tastings, training, and bartender programmes
Work closely with sales teams and agencies to unlock opportunities and deliver best-in-class activations
Track and optimise activation performance to continuously improve future activity
Spend significant time in the on-trade building relationships and gathering insight
Requirements:
Proven experience in a Customer/Trade Marketing or Activation role, ideally within drinks or premium FMCG
A self-starter with a strong drive to build brand presence and deliver tangible commercial results
Experience delivering impactful activations within the on-trade environment
Confident, energetic, and personable, with the ability to represent brands externally
A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Full UK driving licence and comfortable with regular travel as part of the role