Customer Development Executive

McCurrach UK Ltd; Hungerford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company is seeking a highly motivated Customer Development Executive to drive sales and expand market share within the Hungerford area. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary, company car, and a chance to earn a 20% bonus, supporting a dynamic work environment where you can thrive.

Benefits

23 days paid holidays plus public holidays

Company car and fuel card

Life assurance and discounted healthcare

Company pension scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Opportunities to volunteer

Continuous coaching and training

20% quarterly bonus opportunity

Qualifications

• Experience in Direct Sales, Convenience, or FMCG is essential.
• Strong negotiation skills and proficiency in IT and social media.
• Full UK manual driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Maximize sales through established relationships with retailers.
• Create and implement a strategic business plan for the territory.
• Drive sales growth and market share expansion.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Interpersonal

Self-Motivation

Job description

Overview

Customer Development Executive – Britvic

Location – Swindon, Hungerford & Surrounding areas (Ideal postcode RG17)

Permanent, Full time – 40 hours per week

Salary £31,500 basic + 20% Bonus

Company Car & Fuel Card

About Britvic

At Britvic, we’re on a journey to become the most dynamic soft drinks company. As one of the UK’s leading FMCG players, we pride ourselves on high standards, courage, and innovative thinking. We offer a range of family favourites and global premium brands such as Robinsons, Tango, J20, R Whites, London Essence, Carlsberg, 1664, and Poretti Beer. Our mission is to help people enjoy life’s everyday moments.

Role Overview

As a Customer Development Executive, you will help grow Britvic’s market share within your territory by driving sales of our product portfolio, including Pepsi Max, 7Up, Lipton, Tango, Robinson’s, Rockstar, Carlsberg, 1664, Poretti Beer, and Jimmy's. Your focus will be on maximizing brand availability and visibility in Symbol and Independent stores.

Requirements

• Previous experience in Convenience, Business Development, or FMCG is preferable.
• Field-based role requires a Full UK driving licence.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with a Regional Sales Manager to contact existing retailers and establish new business opportunities.
• Create and implement a business plan for your territory to maximize sales.
• Build strong relationships with customers, understanding their needs and executing tailored solutions.
• Develop a territory business plan focusing on sales growth and market share expansion.
• Support team goals by achieving key selling metrics and maintaining high standards of customer management.
• Adopt a category-based selling approach to benefit both retail outlets and Britvic.
• Use data and evidence to drive best practices and share successes across the team.
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and adaptability to overcome challenges and win over stores.

About You

• You are passionate, driven, and target-oriented, capable of bringing brands to life.
• You thrive on being the key contact for customers, driving new business, and maintaining relationships.
• You have experience in Direct Sales, Convenience, or FMCG, and possess strong negotiation skills.
• You have excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• You are well-organized, self-motivated, and proficient in IT and social media.
• You are resilient, energetic, and able to work proactively as part of a team.
• You hold a full manual driving licence, are eligible to work in the UK, and live within a 60-minute commute of the role location.

What We Offer

• 23 days paid holidays plus public holidays and an annual leave purchase scheme.
• Company car and fuel card.
• Life assurance and access to discounted private healthcare.
• Company pension scheme.
• Family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for support on physical, mental, and financial well-being.
• Opportunities to volunteer for diversity, community, sustainability, and well-being initiatives.
• Continuous coaching, training, and career development.
• Opportunity to earn a 20% quarterly bonus.

Please note: A full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 points or bans is required. All offers are subject to a DVLA licence check.