Sales Executive

CPM United Kingdom Ltd; Oldham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sales company is seeking a Sales Executive to represent premium alcohol brands like Diageo, including Smirnoff and Guinness. This role involves field sales activities, educating retailers, negotiating shelf space, and building lasting relationships. The position offers a salary of £27,500 plus a £3,000 bonus, a company vehicle, and comprehensive benefits, including a pension and life assurance. Ideal candidates must have a valid UK driver’s license and possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Benefits

Pension Plan

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company vehicle

Life Assurance

DIGICARE+ App benefits

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license to drive in the UK.
• Enjoys meeting people and forming relationships.
• Proactive attitude and ability to adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field sales visits promoting the Diageo spirits portfolio.
• Educate retailers to increase alcohol sales through conversations.
• Activate products in stores using point of sale displays.
• Negotiate shelf space for better visibility of products.
• Report insights gained during calls.
• Build strong business relationships across convenience.

Skills

Relationship building

Sales negotiation

Adaptability

Communication

Ownership mindset

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for spirited individuals to represent drinks giant Diageo and their famous alcohol brands including Smirnoff Vodka, Gordons Gin and Guinness. Join us as a Sales Executive and earn £27,500+ £3,000 bonus + company van, whilst opening the door to fantastic career opportunities.

Ideal location

Oldham, United Kingdom, OL9

Territory covering

Blackburn, Bradford, Bolton, Huddersfield, Halifax, Manchester, Oldham, Wakefield and surrounding areas

Key requirements

A drivers licence that enables you to drive in the UK is essential.

Typical day as a Sales Executive

• Field sales visits into convenience retailers on your territory promoting the Diageo spirits portfolio.
• Educating retailers on how to increase their alcohol sales through a blended method of face to face and digital interaction and providing informed recommendations.
• Activating the products in your customers stores using point of sale.
• Negotiating additional shelf space for drinks and displays to increase the visibility of Diageo's portfolio.
• Reporting back insight and information gained during your calls.
• Using your people skills to build strong business relationships across convenience.

Benefits

• Salary: £27,500 Plus up to £3,000 Bonus.
• Pension Plan: Secure your future with a pension plan.
• Holiday Package: Recoup with 20 days of holiday plus bank holidays, extending by one day each year of service up to 25.
• Company vehicle: Enjoy a company vehicle.
• Life Assurance: Enjoy peace of mind knowing you have 1X life assurance.
• DIGICARE+ App: Enjoy convenient access to second opinions from doctors, personalised counselling sessions, expert nutritionist advice, and gym membership discounts—all in one place!

Ideal candidate profile

• You enjoy meeting new people and can quickly form long‑lasting relationships.
• You would be proud to represent Diageo and its premium alcohol brands and are committed to delivering the best support to their customers.
• You would relish the opportunity to take ownership of your own territory and consistently deliver against your targets.
• You enjoy achieving, making an impact, and like to maximise every opportunity.
• You have a proactive attitude, with the ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• You will be given access to excellent training and development and the support of your manager. CPM is Gold Investors in People accredited and we are passionate about giving our people the opportunities and training to grow both themselves and their careers.

Inclusive work environment

At CPM, we are proud to foster an inclusive work environment. We believe in a workplace that celebrates the unique perspectives and skills of all individuals, believing this makes us stronger and more innovative.

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