Field Sales Advisor
Posted 1 week ago by Graduate Recruitment Bureau on Reed
£55,000 Per year
Undetermined
Hybrid
Southampton, Hampshire
Summary: The Field Sales Advisor role is a field-based position focused on managing existing customer accounts and driving sales growth within Hampshire. The position involves daily customer meetings, educating point of sale staff, and launching new brands. The company is recognized for its employee care and offers significant career progression opportunities. This is a 9-month contract with a comprehensive benefits package.
Key Responsibilities:
- Meet existing business customers daily in designated area.
- Drive sales volume, market share, and profitability.
- Attend 8-10 customer meetings per day, including independent retailers and retail chains.
- Launch new brands and educate point of sale staff to prevent out of stock situations.
- Provide 1:1 training on negotiation, objection handling, and effective merchandising.
- Ensure point of sale staff are knowledgeable about products and pricing.
Key Skills:
- Valid driving licence with no more than 6 points.
- Desire to succeed in a sales environment.
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent time management and planning skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet daily targets.
- Strong relationship-building skills.
- Willingness to travel and stay away from home frequently.
Salary (Rate): 55000
City: Southampton
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Sales