Field Sales Exec - South Midlands (Heinz & Brands)

Acosta Group Europe; Coventry; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Fuel card

Tech provided

Job summary

Acosta Europe is seeking a driven Field Sales Executive to represent Heinz across major retailers in the South Midlands Territory, including Coventry and surrounding areas. You will champion brand visibility, maximize in-store execution, and use insights to boost performance across your patch.

The role requires a proactive, energetic professional with strong communication, rapport-building skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build quick rapport.
• A proactive approach and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence using 360 and Microsoft Office tools.
• Understanding of retail systems and promotional execution processes.
• A degree in a relevant field.
• Previous experience in retail, FMCG, or field sales.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily store visits in line with your journey plan to deliver core KPIs.
• Create standout in-store displays and interventions that drive incremental sales.
• Build strong relationships with store colleagues, securing additional space and impactful displays.
• Ensure flawless and compliant execution of promotions and product launches.
• Capture accurate data and report activities through 360.
• Provide valuable feedback on competitor behaviour and market trends.
• Use sales insights and alerts to take proactive actions in store.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Rapport building

Proactive and multitasking

IT literate / mobile data capture

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

A degree in a relevant field

Tools

360 data capture tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Acosta Europe is seeking a driven Field Sales Executive to represent Heinz across major retailers in the South Midlands Territory, including Coventry and surrounding areas. You will champion brand visibility, maximize in-store execution, and use insights to boost performance across your patch.

The role requires a proactive, energetic professional with strong communication, rapport-building skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced FMCG environment.