Brand Development Manager / Territory Partner (Contractor) Sydney
Sydney, NSW, Australia Sydney Recruitment
Job Openings Brand Development Manager / Territory Partner (Contractor) Sydney
About the job Brand Development Manager / Territory Partner (Contractor) Sydney
Build Your Own Territory.
Represent Premium Liquor Brands.
Drinks Network is one of Australia's fastest-growing outsourced sales and brand development agencies for the liquor industry.
We help emerging and established liquor brands secure distribution, build advocacy, drive orders, and grow market share across independent retail, on-premise, and wholesale channels.
With active programs operating across Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and regional markets, we're expanding our national network of experienced liquor professionals who want the freedom to run their own territory while being supported by proven systems, reporting, client acquisition and administration.
Why Join Drinks Network?
Unlike traditional sales roles, Drinks Network allows you to work with multiple brands, build long-term industry relationships, and develop your own portfolio of clients and accounts.
Our team has successfully delivered:
30+ recent account openings for a single whisky brand within 60 days
National programs across whisky, gin, rum, RTD, cider and craft spirits
Activations, tastings and trade education programs throughout Australia
Hundreds of new distribution points secured for supplier partners
A growing portfolio of brands seeking representation across independent retail and on-premise channels
As our client base continues to grow, we are looking for experienced liquor industry professionals to take ownership of territories throughout Australia.
What You'll Be Doing
Developing new business opportunities within your territory
Opening new distribution points for supplier partners




Managing relationships with retailers, bars, venues and wholesalers
Conducting tastings, staff training and trade advocacy
Reporting activity and outcomes through our platform
Working directly with founders, distributors and brand owners
Executing structured territory growth plans
What We're Looking For
Minimum 3 years liquor industry sales or brand development experience
Existing relationships within retail, on-premise or wholesale channels
Strong commercial and negotiation skills
Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule
Current RSA
Current ABN
Reliable vehicle and driver's licence
Professional presentation and communication skills
Experience using CRM or sales reporting systems
We are not looking for hospitality professionals who would like to transition into a sales rep role.What We Offer
Flexible contractor arrangements
Sustainable long-term work, not short-term activations
Access to multiple brands and growth opportunities
Territory ownership and autonomy
Industry-leading reporting and support systems
Regular pipeline of supplier opportunities
Competitive hourly rates and performance incentives
Ability to increase or decrease workload based on your availability
Locations
We are currently seeking Territory Partners in:
Brisbane
Gold Coast
Sunshine Coast
Sydney
Newcastle
Melbourne
Perth
Regional centres throughout Australia
This Role Is Ideal For
Former supplier or distributor representatives
Territory managers seeking greater flexibility
Industry professionals wanting to build their own consulting portfolio
Hospitality professionals transitioning into brand development
If you've built relationships, opened accounts, managed wholesalers and know how to move product in the Australian liquor market, we'd like to hear from you.
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📌 Brand Development Manager / Territory Partner (Contractor) Sydney (New South Wales)
🏢 Drinks Network
📍 New South Wales