Working at Bermar
Bermar (International) Ltd. was established 30 years ago and is the world leader in wine service solutions. Our expanding, successful, and dynamic company manufactures a unique range of award-winning wine and Champagne preservation equipment that can be found at the heart of over 50,000 on-trade operations worldwide. Our friendly, motivated team is committed to providing customers with an extremely high standard of service and product quality.
We are proud to work in an environment where personal development is encouraged and dedication and hard work are recognised and rewarded. Our friendly, motivated team is committed to providing customers with an extremely high standard of service and product quality.
Current Opportunities
Looking for a role where you can grow, learn, and take the next step in your career?
An exciting opportunity to join the world’s leading manufacturer of wine and Champagne preservation systems. This is a chance to be part of a fast-growing company which operates in over 90 countries and counts many of the most respected names in hospitality as customers.
The role is suitable for a commercially focused, ambitious, and career-driven individual. The ideal candidate will have a high level of business acumen and should have at least two years of B2B sales experience, with phone-based sales experience essential. They will thrive in a demanding work environment and will be able to handle pressure, targets, and multiple tasks efficiently and accurately. They should have a proven record of building and maintaining business relationships.
If you see the next step in your sales career as joining a vibrant, dynamic, and growth-oriented business then this role could be perfect for you.
Key responsibilities:
- Developing additional business through our existing customer base, this will involve innovative sales strategies and some cold calling
- Negotiating terms of sales and agreements and closing sales with customers
- Building an in-depth knowledge of the UK hospitality industry
- Communicating with customers at all levels; from owner proprietors to Group Director level contacts
- Achieving budgeted monthly/quarterly sales targets and reporting to internal management and the wider sales team
- Acting as the main point of contact for all matters specific to our customers, developing a trusted relationship with key accounts
- Attending industry events, including trade shows
- Working closely and collaboratively with the UK Sales team to drive and maintain sales
- Understanding customers’ specific business needs and applying your knowledge to meet those requirements
Skills required:
- Proven experience as a Sales Executive or relevant role
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills
- A great sense of self-motivation, ambition, and determination
- Excellent work ethic and ability to achieve results both individually and as part of a team
- Good self-management skills and ability to prioritise tasks effectively
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects at a time while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
- Hands-on experience with CRM software preferable
What Bermar Offers
- Competitive salary and employment benefits
- Positive work environment
- Structured approach to career progression
- Support with further training and relevant qualifications
Reports to: Head of Commercial, UK
Job Type: Full-time, Office-Based
Pay: OTE of up to £32,000 per year, based on experience
If you’re someone who’s organised, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to build confidence in a commercial environment, this could be a brilliant fit. The role includes achievable monthly targets and commission, so you can see your development translate into results.
The Role
As an International Sales Coordinator, you’ll support our enthusiastic commercial team across a wide range of tasks. You’ll work closely with our customers, sales team, and internal departments to help everything run smoothly day to day.
This role is ideal for someone in the early stages of their commercial journey who’s analytical, detail-driven, has strong recall, and is motivated to advance and learn within a supportive team.
You will play a key role in:
- Running email outreach campaigns
- Sourcing, researching and qualifying new leads
- Keeping our CRM accurate and up to date
- Providing day-to-day administrative support to customers and our Sales Team
- Coordinating cross-departmental projects with Operations and Marketing
- Tracking your activity against monthly targets and earning commission on results
Who You Are:
- Strong written communication skills with a friendly, professional tone
- Highly organised, detail-focused and process-driven
- Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
- Experience in sales support, customer service, or another commercially-focused role
- Familiar with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and LinkedIn (or eager to learn)
- Interested in working across different international regions and adapting to their nuances
What Bermar Offers
- Competitive salary and employment benefits
- Positive work environment
- Structured approach to career progression
- Support with further training and relevant qualifications
Reports to: Head of Commercial, International
Job Type: Full-time, Office-Based
Pay: £32,000–£36,000 OTE, depending on experience
We are looking for a high calibre, degree qualified Product Engineer to lead the technical evolution of our world leading wine and Champagne preservation systems. This is a hands on, high impact role that requires a blend of creative engineering, rigorous data analysis, and obsessive attention to detail. You will be responsible for transforming conceptual ideas into market ready, premium hardware, ensuring Bermar remains the global gold standard in our industry.
Key Responsibilities
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End to End Product Engineering
- Innovation: Lead the design and development of next generation preservation systems, focusing on mechanical precision, electronics integration, and high end aesthetics.
- Prototypes to Production: Rapidly develop, test, and refine prototypes, ensuring they are optimised for both performance and scalable manufacturing.
- Continuous Improvement: Use field data and technical insights to re engineer existing lines for improved reliability and sustainability.
- Roadmap Execution: Manage the R&D pipeline with strict adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Horizon Scanning: Identify and integrate emerging technologies such as IoT sensors or advanced materials to maintain our competitive edge.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and comprehensive technical files, CAD drawings, and compliance documentation.
- Bridge the Gap: Work closely with Production to ensure designs are manufacturable, and with Marketing to ensure they deliver a truly premium user experience.
- Expert Voice: Act as the technical authority within the business, providing clear, data led updates to senior leadership.
Technical Strategy & Project Ownership
Cross Functional Integration
Candidate Profile & Requirements
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Education & Experience
- Degree Qualified: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or a related technical discipline is essential.
- Proven Track Record: Experience in a fast paced manufacturing or R&D environment, ideally involving fluid dynamics, pressure systems, or electro mechanical products.
- CAD Mastery: Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or AutoDesk is required.
- Structured Thinking: You remain composed in high pressure situations and tackle complex problems with a clear, methodical first principles approach.
- Agility & Resilience: You thrive in a dynamic environment and are comfortable switching between high level design and hands on testing.
- Clear Technical Communication: You can articulate complex technical challenges in a way that leads to confident, actionable decisions.
- Uncompromising Quality: You understand that in a premium market, good enough is never good enough.
Core Competencies
What Bermar Offers
- Referral programme
- Employee mentoring programme
- Sick pay
- Free, on-site parking
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Company events
Job Type: Full-time, Office-Based
Pay: £37,500-£42,500, depending on experience
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