Sales Executive - Entry Level

Powerforce GB

Falkirk, City of Edinburgh

On-site

GBP 23,000 - 29,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Company van provided with fuel card
15% bonus (OTE £29,900)
23 days annual leave + bank holidays
Full training and progression
Medicash and enhanced pension

Job summary

Powerforce GB is hiring an entry-level Field Sales Executive to cover Edinburgh, Falkirk, Fife and surrounding areas. You will visit convenience stores, learn how sales and brand marketing work, and drive displays to boost product visibility. No prior sales experience is required and full training is provided.

You will operate with a company van, Monday to Friday, with a 26,000 base salary plus 15% bonus (OTE £29,900). This role offers a clear path into major FMCG clients and ongoing development.

Qualifications

  • No prior sales experience required; entry-level position.
  • Strong communication and people skills.
  • Organised, proactive and keen to learn.
  • Willingness to drive and represent major brands.

Responsibilities

  • Visit independent and convenience stores across local territory.
  • Promote products and build in-store displays to increase brand presence.
  • Support stock availability and in-store engagement.

Skills

Relationship Building
Sales & Visibility
Retail Execution
Team Collaboration
Confident communicator

Job description

Field Sales Executive - Entry Level (No Experience Required)

£26,000 per annum + 15% bonus (OTE £29,900) | Company Van | Mon - Fri | Full Time

Territory: Edinburgh, Falkirk, Fife and surrounding area

Looking to start a career in sales, FMCG or field marketing?

This is a hands‑on, entry‑level Field Sales role working with two major household brands - Haribo and Molson Coors - through Powerforce, a multi-award-winning field marketing company.

You don’t need previous sales experience.

Full training, coaching and support are provided - we’re looking for attitude, potential and drive.

Important Driving Requirements

This role includes a company manual van.

You must hold a full UK manual driving licence for at least 12 months.

(Automatic‑only licences cannot be considered)

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Field Sales Executive, you’ll visit independent and convenience stores across your local territory, learning how sales and brand marketing work in the real world.

  • Relationship Building - Be the main point of contact for store owners and staff
  • Sales & Visibility - Promote products, build displays and increase brand presence
  • Retail Execution - Support availability, stock levels and in‑store engagement
  • Team Collaboration - Share best practice and learn alongside a supportive team

This is a practical, people‑focused role where you learn by doing.

Who This Role Is For

This role is ideal if you are...

  • A graduate or school leaver
  • Looking for your first role in sales, FMCG or field marketing
  • A career starter or changer wanting a practical, customer‑facing role
What We’re Looking For
  • No sales experience required - we hire for potential
  • Confident communicator with good people skills
  • Organised, proactive and keen to learn
  • Interested in building a long-term career in sales or FMCG
  • Full UK manual driving licence held for 12+ months (essential)
What You’ll Get
  • OTE up to £29,900 (£26k basic + 15% bonus)
  • Team & regional incentives (recent prizes £50 - £500 in vouchers)
  • Company van provided with fuel card
  • Clear progression opportunities (including into major FMCG clients)
  • Full category, brand, and sales training
  • 21 days annual leave + bank holidays, with option to buy/sell holidays
  • Benefits including Medicash, enhanced maternity and enhanced paternity leave, enhanced pension, life insurance, cycle to work scheme, Perkbox & Taste Card

Our Haribo & Molson Coors team work hard and have a strong team culture - you’ll be supported from day one.

Still not sure if the role is for you? Our Haribo & Molson Coors team work hard and play harder; take a look at their team conference video...

Please note: Molson Coors have a zero‑tolerance policy for any drink‑related offences or convictions, including Drink Driving convictions

Early applications are strongly encouraged as we reserve the right to pause or close this vacancy prior to the listed closing date.

More About Us
Join the Award‑Winning Team at Powerforce!

At Powerforce, our people and customers are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to fostering a fantastic culture and an environment where talented, ambitious individuals can thrive. Our success is driven by the outstanding results we achieve and the enduring relationships we build with our customers.

Why Join Us?
  • A Great Place to Work: We have been recognised as a "Great Place to Work" for eight consecutive years, recently ranking 9th in the UK for Large Organisations.
  • Award‑Winning Excellence: As a top agency in our industry, we have secured multiple FMBE awards (The Oscars of Field Marketing), including Agency of the Year and Team of the Year in two of the last three years.
  • Values‑Driven Culture: We live by our guiding principles: Make it yours, Build relationships that last, and Strive for growth.
  • Inclusion & Belonging: We commit to creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be themselves.

Start Your Journey Today. If you are looking for a company where individuality is celebrated and your contributions make a real difference, we want to hear from you.

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