Full Time Field Sales Manager (Southern England Territory)

CPM is famous for sales - so we are seeking world class managers to lead a Grocery team representing a world leading chocolate brand

Field manager - FMCG Grocery

Full time permanent role

Starting salary: - GBP32,232 plus bonus, company car and benefits

Ideal location: Burnley - Covering South, South East, South West, London, Wales

A World Leading Chocolate manufacturer has brought trusted brands to consumers in the UK since 1932. Representing this client's products you would be working for CPM - the UK's leading field marketing company, specialising in delivering exceptional Insight, Influence and Sales for some of the UK's largest and most powerful brands. We have a true passion for growing brands and increasing sales, providing fully integrated solutions that offer clients measurable return on investment.

What is the role?

Working for CPM and our client, the BDM will be expected to lead a sales team in selling innovative brands and improving visibility and rate of sale of brands through off shelf display, point of sale, and implementation of category management principles.

The role involves the management of team and there will be a requirement to travel outside of territory to attend team meetings. Therefore the BDM should expect to stay away from home min of quarterly as required.

Who are we looking for?

• Exceptional individuals who are passionate about developing a sales team to their full potential
• Proven capability of managing a team to deliver to targets across a broad range of measures
• Previous experience of managing a field sales team, ideally within FMCG
• IT literate with good presentation skills
• Proven capability in managing development of employees, preferably some evidence of working through Performance Management/underperforming individual. Adept at managing and resolving conflict - constantly seeks 'win win' outcomes
• Proven skill at managing relationships across a multitude of individuals, organisations and levels. Including demonstration of influencing upwards

Why work for CPM?The breadth of our client portfolio means that we can offer talented sales people phenomenal career development opportunities. The culture of our company means that we naturally encourage people to challenge themselves, grow their skills and gain outstanding rewards and recognition. If you'd like to be a part of the CPM culture, working as an Area Manager on behalf of one of the best brands in the UK.

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