Brand Ambassador & Junior Sales Associate

Tavo Pets; Amsterdam; Sur place; EUR 30 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

TAVO Pets is seeking a passionate Brand Ambassador & Junior Sales Associate to support European growth, with a focus on the Nordic region. You will train retail staff, conduct in-store activations, and build strong relationships with retailers and distributors.

As a developmental role in a premium consumer brand, you will work with the European Commercial Team to increase brand presence, drive sell-through, and identify growth opportunities across assigned markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Communications or related field preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in brand ambassador, field sales, account support, or retail management.
• Fluent Dutch and English required; additional European languages are a plus.

Responsabilités

• Act as ambassador for TAVO brands across Europe with focus on Nordic markets.
• Deliver product training to retail staff, distributors, and partners.
• Support territory growth with retailers, onboarding, and account development.
• Travel extensively across Europe to visit retailers and events.
• Represent the brand at trade shows and consumer events.

Connaissances

Brand advocacy

Relationship building

Sales aptitude

Presentation skills

Communication

Initiative & accountability

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Business/Sales/Marketing/Communications

Outils

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Sales reporting tools

Description du poste

About the job

As innovators of premium pet gear with a timeless style, TAVO Pets is a gobal band, growing exponentially.

We are seeking a passionate, engaging, and commercially driven Brand Ambassador & Junior Sales Associate (m/f/d)to support the continued growth of Tavo brand across Europe, with a focus on the Nordic area.

This role combines brand advocacy, product training, field marketing, and entry-level sales responsibilities to strengthen market presence, support retail partners, and drive commercial growth.

As a key member of the European Commercial Team, you will serve as both a brand representative and sales support partner, working closely with retailers, distributors, consumers, and the sales organization. Through training, in-store activations, market visits, relationship management, and sales support activities, you will help increase brand awareness, improve product knowledge, drive sell-through, and identify opportunities for growth across assigned markets.

This role is ideal for an individual seeking to build a career in sales, commercial management, and brand development within a premium global consumer products organization.

What you’ll do

Brand Awareness & Market Development

• Serve as a passionate ambassador for the Tavo brands throughout Europe.
• Increase brand visibility through retailer visits, product demonstrations, consumer events, trade shows, and marketing activations.
• Represent the brands in a professional, engaging, and authentic manner.
• Build strong relationships with retail partners, distributors, and industry stakeholders.
• Gather competitive intelligence, consumer insights, and market feedback to support business planning.
• Support initiatives that strengthen brand awareness and increase consumer consideration.

Product Training & Education

• Deliver engaging product training programs for retail sales associates, distributors, and partners.
• Educate retail teams on product features, benefits, safety standards, and competitive positioning.
• Conduct hands-on demonstrations and in-store training sessions.
• Support onboarding and ongoing development of retail and distributor partners.
• Maintain expert product knowledge across all categories and new product introductions.
• Ensure consistent messaging and brand standards across all customer touchpoints.

Junior Sales Support & Business Development

• Partner with Regional Sales Managers to support territory growth and sales objectives.
• Assist with developing and maintaining relationships with current and prospective retail accounts.
• Conduct regular store visits to evaluate brand presentation, merchandising, inventory opportunities, and training needs.
• Support new account onboarding, retailer launches, and expansion initiatives.
• Assist in preparing sales presentations, account reviews, and business updates.
• Track and report market activity, retailer feedback, competitive activity, and sales opportunities.
• Support execution of promotional programs, seasonal initiatives, and new product launches.
• Identify opportunities to drive sell-through and increase market penetration.
• Assist with lead generation and follow-up activities for prospective retail partners.

Retail Excellence & Customer Experience

• Serve as a product expert for retailers and consumers.
• Support customer inquiries regarding product features, functionality, and benefits.
• Promote a premium customer experience consistent with Tavo brand standards.
• Monitor retail execution and provide recommendations to improve merchandising and presentation.
• Support retailers in maximizing customer engagement and conversion opportunities.

Trade Shows & Events

• Represent Tavo at trade shows, consumer events, distributor meetings, and industry exhibitions.
• Assist with event planning, setup, execution, and post-event follow-up.
• Deliver product presentations and demonstrations to retailers, distributors, and consumers.
• Support commercial and marketing initiatives surrounding key launches and campaigns.

What you’ll bring

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in brand ambassador, field sales, account support, retail management, customer engagement, or sales support roles.
• Experience within juvenile products, premium consumer goods, specialty retail, or distribution environments preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in developing a sales and commercial career.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships and influence others.
• Strong organizational and time management capabilities.
• Self-starter with a proactive, growth-oriented mindset.
• Fluent Dutch and English are required.
• Additional European languages highly desirable.

Technology

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with CRM systems and sales reporting tools preferred.
• Comfortable using virtual meeting and training platforms.
• Ability to analyze sales and market data.

Core Competencies

• Brand Advocacy
• Relationship Building
• Sales Aptitude
• Product Training & Education
• Customer Engagement
• Commercial Acumen
• Presentation Skills
• Business Development
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Initiative & Accountability

Success Measures

• Growth in retail partner engagement and training participation
• Brand visibility and market presence across assigned territories
• Sales support contribution to territory growth
• New account development and onboarding support
• Product training effectiveness and knowledge retention
• Trade show and event execution
• Retail merchandising and presentation standards
• Distributor and retailer relationship development
• Sell-through growth within assigned markets

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel extensively throughout Europe.
• Approximately 60-75% travel, including overnight travel.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel internationally throughout assigned markets

Career Path

This role is designed as a developmental position that can progress into Account Manager, Territory Manager, Regional Sales Manager, or other commercial leadership roles as the business continues to grow across Europe.

What You’ll Get:

• Dynamic Global Environment: Gain hands-on experience in a rapidly growing international company, with exposure to global best practices.
• Diverse & Supportive Team: Collaborate with a talented, multicultural team and learn from a wide range of professional backgrounds.
• Professional Development: Grow your skills and career while being mentored by industry experts.