Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive – Retail | Northern Tasmania

Your Impact
As a Business Development Executive (Retail) with Asahi Beverages, you’ll be the face of our brands across Northern Tasmania – driving growth, execution, and customer engagement across a wide territory. Covering independent retail liquor outlets from Bicheno to Strahan (including Launceston, Devonport, Ulverston, Burnie, Spreyton and surrounds), this is a key role in a highly competitive market where relationships and execution make the difference. Representing a leading multi-beverage portfolio, you’ll have the opportunity to influence outcomes and grow share for some of Australia’s most iconic brands, including Great Northern, Carlton Dry, VB, and Hard Rated.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage a defined retail territory across ~60 independent liquor outlets (Celebrations, Bottle-O, Thirsty Camel, etc.)
• Complete an average of 4–5 customer calls per day, ensuring promotional compliance, brand visibility, and impactful execution
• Travel extensively within the territory, including regular runs along the east and west coasts (as far as Bicheno and Strahan)
• Drive distribution, depletions, and off-location displays during key promotional periods (e.g. footy finals, summer activations)
• Build strong, long-term relationships with key groups such as ALM, Goodstone Group, and local banner retailers
• Troubleshoot and resolve customer issues across orders, logistics, and stock management
• Uphold safety and wellbeing standards while operating independently in the field

About You

• Previous sales experience within FMCG, ideally alcohol or beverages, or strong retail/liquor background with transferable skills
• Proven ability to influence trade partners and build effective customer relationships
• Organised, resilient, and comfortable managing a large territory with significant travel
• Self-motivated, commercially minded, and focused on delivering results in a competitive market
• Current driver’s licence required

Why Asahi Beverages?

Asahi Beverages is one of Australia and New Zealand’s leading beverage companies, home to some of the country’s most iconic brands including Asahi Super Dry, Peroni, Long White, Major, Lipton Iced Tea, and Charlie’s Juices. We are committed to performance with purpose—offering rewarding career paths, development opportunities, and a culture built on collaboration and respect.

This Full-time opportunity reflects our commitment to providing meaningful, flexible roles that suit different lifestyles. Enjoy great benefits such as product discounts, wellness programs, learning and development pathways, and being part of a company that’s passionate about sustainability, innovation, and giving back to the communities we serve.

We are a Circle Back Initiative employer and commit to responding to all applicants.