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Production roles

These roles focus on producing wines, beers, spirits and sake. It’s a dynamic sector of the industry, covering award-winning winemakers, master distillers, seasoned viticulturists and much more. We have discussed the key responsibilities of each role below. You will discover the main skills required to flourish in each sector, and we will also discuss career progression.

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Brewer

The craft of brewing is steeped in centuries of tradition. This role encompasses everything from home brewing to overseeing enormous production facilities at global titans like AB InBev, Heineken and Molson Coors.

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Beverage buyer

A buyer is responsible for sourcing a diverse range of drinks on behalf of a business, such as a supermarket, a wine merchant or a hotel chain. Buyers aim to build a range that appeals to existing customers, but they also need to attract new customers. The portfolio should stand out from the competition, while offering a strong blend of quality and value.

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Beverage industry sales

Drinks industry careers in sales can be exciting, varied and highly rewarding. You will be required to sell drinks to businesses, such as bars, restaurants, hotels and supermarkets. It’s also possible to sell direct to consumers, but we have covered drinks retailing jobs and hospitality career options within our service roles guide.

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Marketing

Marketing can be an ideal career for creative people that enjoy building brands and telling stories. You can work for wineries, distilleries, breweries, importers, distributors, retailers, PR agencies, events companies or tourism boards.

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Brand manager

A brand manager is responsible for developing the strategy behind a drinks brand. The role requires strategic planning, project management, commercial analysis, creative flair and an expert understanding of your particular category.