We are currently recruiting for an Area Manager on behalf of an established, industry-leading wholesale and distribution business supplying a diverse portfolio of non-food consumer products into the retail sector.
The business works with retailers across the UK and Ireland, providing a broad range of everyday consumer products across categories including technology accessories, toys, stationery, household, automotive, pet, personal accessories and seasonal products.
This is an excellent opportunity for a field-based sales professional looking to join a growing business where there is genuine opportunity to develop existing customer relationships and drive new sales across an established territory.
The Role
Responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of retail customers across your territory.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Managing and developing strong relationships with existing retail customers.
- Identifying opportunities to increase sales and product penetration within existing accounts.
- Developing new business opportunities across the territory.
- Regularly visiting retail stores and working closely with customers.
- Presenting and introducing new products and ranges.
- Maximising sales performance across your designated area.
- Maintaining strong relationships with key decision-makers.
- Working closely with the wider sales team to achieve regional and company targets.
About You
We are looking for a proactive and commercially driven field sales professional who enjoys being out on the road developing customer relationships.
Ideally, you will have:
- Recent FMCG, consumer goods or retail field sales experience.
- A proven track record of selling to independent retailers.
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
- A proactive approach to identifying and developing sales opportunities.
- Excellent presentation and negotiation skills.
- The motivation and drive to work independently across a defined territory.
- A full UK driving licence.
If you’re an experienced FMCG/retail field sales professional looking for your next opportunity with an established and growing business, we’d be keen to hear from you.
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