Regional Sales Manager

Regional Sales Manager

Wines/FMCG 

Essential:

Working in the Wine or FMCG sector with some credible Wine knowledge/interest 

We are seeking a Sales professional with FMCG or Wine industry experience. 

It is a wide ranging customer base comprising Independent Retail, Wholesale/C&C, Regional Brewers and the Prestige On-Trade.

We require a real Wine enthusiast, ideally but not essentially WSET qualified and with demonstrable & successful Field Sales experience.

You must be hungry, energetic, highly driven, self-motivated, well organised and with a strong work ethic.

Your professional image and approach will shine through and you need to display a versatility that adapts and harmonises with the different variety of customers.
  
The Company

My client has an outstanding heritage and reputation in the Wine sector, not only for their range of impressive Premium Brands but also as a respected employer.

Highly customer focused, team oriented and a passionate culture provide a family atmosphere underpinned by clearly defined commercial objectives.

Skills/Experience/Attributes

• A minimum of 2-3 years Field Sales experience in Wine or FMCG.
• Ideally but not essentially WSET qualified and with a genuine desire to work in the Wine sector
• A proven track record managing and growing a regional customer base 
• Fully IT literate – Office Suite and Excel as a minimum
• A full and clean UK driving licence
• Excellent Presentation skills – design, content and delivery
• A robust negotiator - margin and service level focused
• A great relationship builder and networker
• An influential/persuasive character – articulate, enthusiastic and sociable
• Good communication skills – written and oral
• Currently/recently in an Area/Regional Sales role 
• Working to sales targets and achieving/exceeding these YOY
• Some structured sales training will be advantageous
• Living on patch – Essex, Cambs, Herts, Lincs, Leics, Northants, Beds.

Send your CV to richard@swallowassociates.co.uk or call Richard on 07774 103577