Graduate Field Sales Executive

Role Overview & Responsibilities

Our mission

In 2016, our founders wanted to feed their dogs - named Edgard and Cooper - pet food they could feel good about. The kind of food that was as good for the planet as it was for their pets. But when they couldn't find this, they decided to make their own. Now, 6 years later, our pack has 200 employees and we are beyond proud to be part of the B Corp movement.

Want to find out more about us? Click here: https://www.edgardcooper.com/en/our-story

What type of breed are we looking for?

We are one of the fastest growing Pet Food companies in Europe and we are looking for a Field Sales Executive who would play a crucial role in helping us conquer the UK. We are looking for someone with an entrepreneurial spirit to join our Sales team and help us grow. We want someone who is passionate about sales and building relationships with customers. Someone who will be representing our company values and has a can-do attitude.

Your aim is to make sure all our customers can find our beautiful brand at arm's length in your territory.

What will be in your bowl?

• Your focus area will be London & South East, although there might be times at which we will need you to be flexible and visit other areas.
• You will be helping us unlock all the potential of the Specialty Channel.
• You will fully manage the Specialty Independents in your area (distribution, in store visibility & POS, recommendation, demos and display) and also visit some key Specialty Chains and build relationships with the store managers.
• Opening new business will be one of your key priorities.
• You will be responsible for your turnover targets and financial reporting.
• We will be running campaigns throughout the year that will have different targets and KPIs for you to deliver.
• Work collaboratively with Marketing, Sales and Supply to make sure all targets are met.

What skills & tricks should you bring?

• A full, clean driver's license
• A passion for pets
• A winning mentality & can-do attitude
• Previous Field Sales experience is a plus
• Experience in the pet food industry is a plus
• Experience in a start-up is a plus
• We are skill-focused, but the right personal skills are equally important. That's why passion and eagerness are things we look for the most.

Not sure if you tick all the boxes but our role truly excites you? Don’t let our job description hold you back, get applying!

Our benefits

• Salarypackage that will reflect your built-up experience
• Certified B Corp Employer with supportive policies and practices to ensure we are one happy pack
• Company retreats to meet each other in person
• UnlimitedPet food for your furry friend whilst you are with us
• Volunteer Leave to contribute to a cause we believe in.
• Wellbeing program access to qualified counselling
• Team activities (appreciation days, wellbeing days, pawesome team buildings, Friday drinks, cat yoga and many more! )
• Learning opportunities in a truly international environment that will give you extensive responsibility but also guidance as you need it.

Hiring Process

• Phone screening (30mins)
• Competency based interview (45mins)
• Assignment (60mins)

Ideal start date: What are your plans tomorrow?

Equal opportunities

We believe the strength of a pack comes from its diversity. So no matter who you are, where you come from, what you believe in or what your dreams are, we welcome you and look forward to receiving your application.

If your circumstances require any special arrangements at any stage of our interview process, please let us know.

We're looking forward to hearing from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Salary: Up to £35,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme

Application question(s):

• What's your salary expectation?
• Do you have a car?

Experience:

• Sales: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person