Retail Sales Manager

This role will require travel between Cumbria and South West Scotland

Origin Soil Nutrition is a national manufacturer and distributor of fertiliser with a strong local presence throughout the country. Operating from 11 production sites across Britain, Origin Soil Nutrition is an industry leader in developing enhanced efficiency fertilisers that help farmers meet the sustainability challenge of balancing food production and environmental protection.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the right individual to join our commercial team as Retail Sales Manager, Cumbria and South West Scotland.

To maintain and develop volumes of an established retail sales region paying attention to further evolve Efficiency Enhanced Fertilisers (EEF) paying particular attention to;

• Conducting Farm Calls with established clients, developing lasting relationships whilst maintaining and growing current volumes of fertiliser sales.
• Ensure actions arising from farm calls are followed up on in a timely manner and concluded by using an efficient management system.
• Acting on and maintaining a well organised calling pattern.
• Supporting an established sales ledger within the region.
• Supporting the Commercial Director providing technical support and product training to distributors to ensure they have sufficient knowledge to promote and sell all Origin branded products in or out of campaign terms.
• Developing a strong knowledge and understanding of current environmental legislation including Rules for Water, NVZ, Soil, Air and Water Codes of Practice etc. with the ability to demonstrate this knowledge at various levels as well as a firm grasp of Processor Requirements.
• To be FACTS qualified or demonstrate the enthusiasm and ability to train and successfully pass this essential qualification.
  • Be able to interpret soil and plant tissue analyses and prepare fertiliser recommendations from the data.
• Participating in merchant meetings to promote Origin branded products and organise a presence at local events, shows, demonstration farms, farmer discussion groups, etc.
• Communicate back to customers on any farm calls and any actions arising.
• Ensure the timely planning, organisation and implementation of regional sales campaigns to relevant customers.
• Monitor sales and other KPIs identified as objectives within all product groups and provide feedback to the Line Manager.

• A strong desire to work in a commercial role, i.e. sales acumen, drive, enthusiasm, initiative, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent presentational and communication skills.
• A ‘can do’ attitude and self-motivation and an ability to work as an individual and as part of a team.
• Relevant computer skills and a working knowledge of MS Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• A UK driving licence, with a willingness for levels of travel and overnight stays as required.

The company will provide comprehensive training and support and an attractive remuneration package including; monthly salary, company car (optional), laptop, mobile phone, and contributory money purchase pension scheme.