Our client:
- A rapidly growing, investor backed start-up data analytics business operating in the FMCG/Retail space
- Mission led company focused on working with challenger brands across the industry with a niche proposition
- Supply key industry & retail data to suppliers across the industry which gives them a competitive edge in the market
- High growth, owner led company with a strong network and already developed a base of loyal customers
- Working with some of the industry's biggest service providers
- Close-knit, open and friendly culture which offers a great opportunity to be part of a growing SME
- Chance to join as Sales Manager working closely with UK Head of Sales and business owners
The role:
- Lead sales strategy and drive business development to onboard new UK suppliers
- Develop existing relationships with suppliers across the FMCG industry and be a point of contact for the business
- Development of sales tools, collaboration with marketing team to drive awareness of the product offering
- Manage internal CRM system, utilize this for all performance management
- Be immersed in all products, solutions and subscriptions in order to pitch to businesses and evolve the offering
- Attend all industry networking events, stay up to date with industry events/trends and competitor analysis
- Work collaboratively with rest of the team to deliver outstanding customer service
- Collaborate with UK Head of Sales and Senior team to drive the business forward
Ideal candidate:
- Experience in the FMCG or retail industry, ideally a strong understanding of challenger brands
- You may have worked in a challenger brand and be looking for something a bit different
- Working knowledge of insights and data analysis/an understanding of market research. If you have worked with Nielsen, Kantar or Circana in a sales capacity this would be highly beneficial
- Proven sales/commercial experience - for example you may have operated at NAE or NAM level and be open to a change
- We would also consider a data or category led background if you are open to a move into a sales role
- Be personable, adaptable and a great team player
- Ability to operate in a start-up business. Will need to be a self-starter
Benefits & details:
- £40-50,000 basic salary
- Up to 15% bonus
- Home-based role - 1 day per week in Oxfordshire office space
Please send your CV using the form on this page, quoting reference 2/17116/7. Confidentiality assured.
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