Van Salesperson​/Merchandiser

Northern Snack Foods partner with retail and wholesale customers across Northern Ireland providing them with a fantastic portfolio of crisps and snacks, such as Hunky Dorys, ODonnells, King and Perri, alongside KP Snacks including McCoys, Hula Hoops, and Peanuts. Located in Lisburn with a dedicated team we work tirelessly to provide a fantastic service to our customers and bring great tasting snacks and crisps to consumers across Northern Ireland.

We are proud to be part of the Intersnack Group, a privately owned company with operations in 30 countries across Europe, Australia, New Zealand and beyond. At Northern Snack Foods, we are passionate about people and proud of the exciting and rewarding careers we offer.

The Role

Summary:

Title:

Van Salesperson/Merchandiser Reporting line:
Business Development Representative

Location:

Variable

Contract:

Full time, permanent 9 5pm (variable with seasonal periods) Salary:£26,500.00 base salary with commission(potential total earnings £30) plus use of company branded vehicle. Full expensed company vehicle see licence requirements below Overview:
The van salesperson/merchandiser is responsible for selling and distributing our portfolio of products (crisps, snacks & nuts) to our customers across a designated delivery area of Northern Ireland. You will also be responsible for merchandising on a regular basis, ensuring brands are in most prominent position, communicating promotional offers and new products to our customers. Responsibilities Delivery and merchandising of products to stores to a world class standard.

Liaise closely with Business Development Rep. Proactively influence display placements and ensure our displays are impactful and always before our competitors in each store. Required to achieve sales targets by calling on designated customers and selling/merchandising our full range of products. Identify new areas of opportunity for developing business in store then follow through and implement development plans. Experience Minimum 2 years successful track record, preferably in FMCG sales, with proven sales and negotiating ability.

Good interpersonal and communication skills effective influencer with professional manner. Able to build effective customer relationships and proven commitment to delivering excellent customer service. Highly energetic, enthusiastic and creative. Excellent planning and organisational skills. IT Literate. Full, unrestricted driving license, ability to work outside 9-5 if required. Commercial awareness and business acumen. Requirements:
This role requires a Class 2 licence, CPC Certification, Digi card Holder. However, we are interested to see applications from candidates without this driving requirement. If you are successful, part of your induction will involve an intensive driver training programme, to include drivers test, and CPC training. . Northern Snack Foods is an equal opportunities employer.