Area Sales Representative

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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