Sales Support - Linguist

Pricecheck; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company in Sheffield is seeking driven linguists for an entry-level sales role. You will support an International Account Manager and engage in various sales activities, including business development and account management. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a proactive mindset. This role offers a clear path for progression and various benefits, including achievable bonuses and flexible working options.

Benefits

Achievable sales bonus scheme

Generous company-wide bonus scheme

Flexible working options

Health Cash Plan

Retailer discounts

Volunteer day

Enhanced pension contributions

Clear career progression

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to learn.
• Target-driven and motivated by results.
• Commercial awareness and good judgement.

Responsibilities

• Support an International Account Manager with account management tasks.
• Build and maintain relationships across a customer base.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Research customers and markets.
• Meet key performance indicators (KPIs).

Skills

Strong interest in FMCG sales

Time management skills

Attention to detail

Confident communication

Proactive attitude

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you a people person with a flair for sales?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love the challenge of hitting targets while putting your language skills to good use?

We’re on the lookout for driven, organised linguists - whether you speak German, Italian, Spanish, French, or another language - we’d love to hear from you!

This is an entry-level role with real scope to grow. You’ll gain first-hand experience across the full sales process – from prospecting and negotiation through to account management and business development. You’ll rotate across different areas of the sales floor, building a solid understanding of our operations before partnering with an experienced International Account Manager. Together, you’ll help manage and grow your shared territory by opening new business and strengthening existing customer relationships.

You’ll play a key role in matching our constantly evolving product range to our customers’ needs – helping them find the right products at the best possible value.

If you’re a confident communicator, a natural multi-tasker, and someone who enjoys taking initiative, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting an International Account Manager with day-to-day account management tasks
• Building and maintaining strong relationships across a broad customer base
• Helping to identify and secure new business opportunities
• Researching customers and markets to inform your approach
• Developing your commercial awareness and understanding of the FMCG sector
• Regularly reporting to the Senior Sales Support team
• Assisting with the coordination of UK and international travel
• Meeting key performance indicators (KPIs), including daily call targets

What we’re looking for

Essential:

• A strong interest in starting a career in FMCG sales
• Enthusiastic, entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to learn
• Target-driven and motivated by results
• Commercial awareness and good judgement
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Confident, clear communication – both written and spoken
• Methodical approach with strong attention to detail
• Proactive attitude and willingness to work both independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office

Desirable:

• Language skills or experience living/working abroad – a big plus but not essential.

What’s in it for you

• Achievable sales bonus scheme – based on growing and nurturing accounts
• Generous company-wide bonus scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working options to support your work-life balance
• Westfield Health Cash Plan to support your well‑being
• Discounts from hundreds of retailers
• Volunteer day to support a charity of your choice
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• A clear path for progression for those who are ambitious and ready to grow with us

If you’re ready to take your first steps into the world of sales with the backing of a supportive and ambitious team, we’d love to hear from you.