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Developing strong partnerships within the grocery market
To £75,000pa + car, Sales bonus & benefits
Flexible location (travel to Northwest based head office will be required)
The role:
Reporting to the UK Sales & Marketing Director, leading and managing sales efforts for fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) within the grocery sector. Driving growth by developing relationships with key grocery chains and independent stores.
Responsibilities will include:
- Implementing effective sales strategies to achieve growth and profitability targets
- Leading promotional initiatives to drive brand visibility
- Nurturing relationships to ensure exceptional customer service and long-term partnerships
- Regularly meeting retails buyers and category managers to present new offerings
- Conducting market research to keep in touch with trends, competitor activity and customer preferences
- Identifying gaps and opportunities for product launches
- Working closely with internal teams to ensure smooth operation
- Preparing sales forecast reports and updates for senior management to provide insights into performance and areas of improvement
The person:
- 3-5 years sale experience within the FMCG space - Grocery specific
- Proven record of meeting and exceeding sales targets, with strong negotiation, presentation and account management skills
- Building and maintaining strong relationships
- Able to lead a sales team and delegate tasks as required
- Interpreting market data and presenting accordingly
- Proficiency in sales software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
The Company:
Specialist manufacturing company within the FMCG sector, increasing their presence in the UK.
Understanding the needs and preferences of their customers is at the heart of what they do. Consistently following market trends, their products offerings embrace sustainability and deliver unparalleled customer satisfaction.
Location:
Flexible, but there is an expectation to be on-site in the Northwest head-office several times a month
To apply:
To apply in confidence and to initiate an informal discussion, please submit a full CV online detailing your current remuneration package and availability quoting job reference 373539.
