Business Development Manager

Area Manager/Business Development Manager
(EAST ANGLIA)

Our Client
Our client is a leading non-food supply specialist in everyday personal and home accessories to the retail market, with over 8,000 customers in the UK and Ireland. Established in 1994, they source products globally directly from factories as well as being a distribution partner for leading brands such as FIFO, Edge, BIC, Bob Martin, Favour, Pretty Legs, Little Tree, Murphy & Barrett candles, and Object.
They are an innovative business that has already met the regulations for the Sustainability Packaging act which comes into play in 2025.
They are a closely-knit team, with a team-oriented culture that doesn't get micromanaged.
The Role

• We are looking to recruit an area manager in the Colchester area who will service retail stores and build strong relationships with customers.
• The successful candidate will report to their regional manager and assume responsibility for maximising sales in their own area.
• Full training will be provided with ongoing in house products.
• Maintaining existing relationships along with creating strong new ones.
• Assisting with the merchandising of products.
• KPI's to achieve including sales, daily calls( 10 a day), and debt management.
• Risk-free: Sale or Exchange business

Experience

• Successful applicants will ideally possess recent FMCG field sales experience with a proven record in selling to independent retailers. They will need to be proactive and highly motivated, with excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Skills Required
• Full UK driving License
• 1-2 years B2B sales or retail management experience is desired but not essential
• Able to demonstrate best practice sales skills
• Professional manner and 'can-do’ attitude

Salary: £28,000.00-£30,400 per year + healthy commission structure ( OTE £36,000+ top performers take home £47,000 annually).
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Benefits:

• Company Van
• Mobile phone
• Tablet
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Clear path of progression

Postcodes within territory: RM SS CM IP NR CB PE19 PE32 PE38 PE28 PE15 PE36 PE33 PE31PE30