Fields Sales Representative

Islands Chocolate; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the chocolate sector is seeking an energetic Field Sales Representative. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to kickstart their career in sales, focusing on building relationships and driving growth in the retail and hospitality sectors. You will engage with customers, conduct product demonstrations, and gather market insights to inform business strategies. This dynamic position promises a vibrant work environment where your contributions will directly impact the company's success. If you're proactive and passionate about sales, this could be your perfect role!

Qualifications

• Proven experience in field sales or retail sales.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with customers.

Responsibilities

• Visit retail and hospitality sites to promote products.
• Conduct engaging sampling sessions to showcase products.

Skills

Field Sales Experience

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree (desirable)

Job description

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FIELD SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Since 2018 Islands Chocolate have been delivering the finest flavour, award-winning chocolate to some of the UK’s most esteemed Michelin starred restaurants, bakeries, hotels, cafés, and retailers. With 4 Great Taste 2022 and 3 Academy of Chocolate awards, we are leading the new wave of the British chocolate scene.

Islands is a family-owned business that grows our own cocoa in the Caribbean and manages the whole process from start to finish, being in control of every stage.

SUMMARY:

This role could be a great opportunity for someone seeking their first job, particularly if they are confident, proactive, and enthusiastic about sales.

We are seeking an energetic and proactive Field Sales Representative to provide crucial support across the retail and hospitality sectors. This role will involve visiting customer sites, building strong relationships, upselling and cross-selling our products, conducting sampling sessions, and collecting valuable market insights to support business growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively visit retail and hospitality customer sites to build relationships and promote Islands Chocolate products.
• Drive sales growth by identifying upselling and cross-selling opportunities.
• Conduct engaging and informative sampling sessions to showcase the quality and taste of our products.
• Gather valuable insights on customer preferences, competitor activity, and market trends to inform business strategy.
• Provide product training and support to retail and hospitality teams to ensure accurate product knowledge and best-in-class presentation.
• Support new customer onboarding processes and assist with merchandising to optimise product visibility.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to plan and execute promotional campaigns and activations.
• Maintain accurate records of visits, sales activity, and insights gathered to inform internal reporting.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Proven experience in a field sales, retail sales, or hospitality sales role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence decision-makers.
• Confidence in conducting engaging product demonstrations and sampling sessions.
• Ability to manage a varied schedule, prioritise tasks effectively, and meet sales targets.
• A proactive mindset with a strong focus on customer service and relationship-building.
• Comfortable working independently with excellent time management skills.

DESIRABLE SKILLS:

• Experience in the food and beverage industry, particularly within retail or hospitality sectors.
• Familiarity with premium chocolate or specialty food products.
• Previous experience gathering market insights to drive sales strategies.
• 1-2 year experience

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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