Search for your next opportunity

Field Sales Manager

Excel Recruitment is seeking a results-driven Field Sales Manager for our client in the FMCG industry. This person will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships and promoting a wide range of brands and services to achieve revenue targets. This Field Sales Manager will also mentor the current sales team and implement strategic sales plans in order to increase market share while delivering exceptional customer service. This role will be a mix of client facing in the field and working closely with our management team at Head Office in Dublin.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the field sales and merchandising teams to grow the business
• Take ownership of the sales pipeline, ensuring consistent progress and growth
• Plan and deliver clear strategies to grow business and strengthen market position
• Actively search for new opportunities by reaching out to potential clients and exploring new sales channels
• Build strong relationships with customers by understanding their needs and offering the right solutions.
• Keep an eye on market trends and what competitors are doing to help shape business decisions
• Represent the company at trade events, exhibitions, and training sessions, acting as a brand ambassador
• Spot any potential issues affecting sales early and take steps to manage them
• Report regularly on performance, tracking key sales metrics like pipeline growth, forecast accuracy, conversion rates, and sales cycle length
• Travel across Ireland to meet customers and stay connected with teams on the ground
• Maintain a strong presence across all product ranges, helping to boost sales through visits and remote support
• Work with different departments to promote a strong customer service focus and resolve any issues that arise.
• Confidently put together sales proposals and presentations for both internal teams and external clients

Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships, influence decisions and provide trusted advice
• Highly structured and methodical with a background in creating and developing highly functional sales teams
• Expert at time management and prioritising tasks
• High achiever with a proven track record and a hunger to succeed
• Previous experience in a Business Development role, ideally in FMCG or DIY sectors, would be preferred but not essential

If you would like to apply for this Field Sales Manager position, please submit a CV through the link below. If you have any questions, you may contact Laurence on 01-8717605. For similar live positions, please see the Excel Recruitment website.