Sales Specialist

Hilton Herbs; Scotland; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton Herbs is hiring a Graduate Sales Specialist based in Somerset, perfect for recent equine graduates passionate about horse care. The role involves supporting stockists and driving sales growth, combining technical knowledge with customer engagement in a dynamic environment. Join a team dedicated to promoting animal wellbeing with natural products.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree in Equine Science or similar.
• Strong understanding of horse care and needs.
• Some customer-facing or retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing B2B sales opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with stockists.
• Support product training and marketing efforts.

Skills

Equine care knowledge

Communication

Sales interest

Education

Degree in an equine-related subject

Job description

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Closing Date for Applicants:
Thursday 31st July 2025

Graduate Job Opportunity:Sales Specialist (Equine) – Full Time | Office-Based | Hilton Herbs, Somerset

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for horse care and an interest in natural animal health? Would you like to begin your career with a leading brand in the natural animal supplements industry?

Hilton Herbs, a trusted name in equine and pet health, is seeking an enthusiastic Sales Specialist to join our team. This is a permanent, full-time, office-based role at our headquarters in North Perrott, Somerset—ideal for someone looking to build a career in equine sales, product support, and commercial development.

About the Role:

This is a unique opportunity for a graduate who wants to combine their technical knowledge with customer-facing, commercial, and product responsibilities. You’ll support our stockists, ambassadors, and end users while also contributing to sales growth through product training, business development and market insight.Although this is predominantly an office-based role, you’ll have regular contact with our UK and international stockists and some travel will be required.

Key Responsibilities:

Proactively assist in developing B2B sales opportunities and account growth

Build and maintain relationships with existing stockists and support new trade customer onboarding

Process orders and act as the key contact for B2B accounts

Assist in developing training resources, product information packs, and commercial materials

Contribute product and customer insights to the sales and marketing teams

Work with the marketing team to create blog and social media content for customer education and engagement

Accurately track and report on your success in team meetings

Represent Hilton Herbs at trade events and shows when required (some evening and weekend work will be required)

What We’re Looking For:

A degree in an equine-related subject (e.g. Equine Science, Equine Nutrition, Equine Business, Equine Management), or extensive equine experience

Strong understanding of equine care and the needs of horse owners and professionals

Confident communicator, comfortable speaking with both trade customers and horse owners

Interest in sales, product support, and the commercial side of the equine industry

Proactive, organised, and eager to learn—ideal for a graduate-level candidate

Ability to work collaboratively across departments, especially with marketing and customer service

Some customer-facing or retail experience would be an advantage

Why Join Hilton Herbs?

At Hilton Herbs, we’re dedicated to improving animal wellbeing through high-quality, natural products. As a growing business with a loyal customer base, we offer the chance to develop your career in a supportive team where your knowledge and ideas will be truly valued.

Hilton Herbs Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, neurodiversity status or disability status.

Location: Office-based – North Perrott, Somerset
Type: Full-time, permanent
Travel: UK travel for events or trade shows may be required