Territory Field Sales Executive – FMCG, Car & Tech

Acosta Group Europe; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car

Fuel Card

Tech Provided

Healthcare

Job summary

Acosta Europe, on behalf of Pladis, is seeking a driven Field Sales Executive to cover Leicester and Peterborough. You’ll champion in-store visibility, execute promotions, and build relationships with retailers to drive incremental sales.

The role is permanent full‑time (37.5 hours) with a base salary plus commission (£29,325 OTE), plus a company car, fuel card and tech. Ambition and energy in FMCG sales are valued, with support for career progression.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths are required.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build quick rapport.
• Proactive approach and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence using 360 and Microsoft Office tools.
• Understanding of retail systems and promotional execution processes.
• Desirable: degree in a relevant field.
• Desirable: experience in retail, FMCG, or field sales.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily store visits in line with your journey plan to deliver core KPIs.
• Create standout in-store displays and interventions that drive incremental sales.
• Build strong relationships with store colleagues, securing additional space and impactful displays.
• Ensure flawless and compliant execution of promotions and product launches.
• Capture accurate data and report activities through 360.
• Provide valuable feedback on competitor behaviour and market trends.
• Use sales insights and alerts to take proactive actions in store.

Skills

Excellent communication

360

Microsoft Office

Retail systems

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

Degree in a relevant field (Desirable)

Tools

360

Microsoft Office

Job description

Acosta Europe, on behalf of Pladis, is seeking a driven Field Sales Executive to cover Leicester and Peterborough. You’ll champion in-store visibility, execute promotions, and build relationships with retailers to drive incremental sales.

The role is permanent full‑time (37.5 hours) with a base salary plus commission (£29,325 OTE), plus a company car, fuel card and tech. Ambition and energy in FMCG sales are valued, with support for career progression.