Sales Merchandiser

About the Role

The Sales Merchandiser will play a pivotal role in driving business growth as part of the CPM team, contributing positively to company culture through initiatives focused on best practices and continuous improvement. A proactive mindset coupled with a digital orientation is crucial for excelling in this position.

Suntory Beverage, a major player in the soft drinks market and a member of the global Suntory Group, operates some of the most recognized brands in Great Britain and Ireland such as Lucozade Energy, Lucozade Sport, Ribena, and Orangina.

Key Responsibilities

• Maximize sales by increasing business performance and achieving targets.
• Follow a set retail call schedule and territory journey plan.
• Boost product distribution and availability in stores for the core range by implementing national and local planograms and promotions.
• Ensure electronic processing of accurate orders for all stores to avoid stock gaps.
• Execute sales activations and merchandising initiatives in off-sales areas.
• Communicate effectively with store management and your line manager, providing frequent updates and feedback through verbal communication and electronic reports.
• Maintain CPM and client standards consistently, striving for exemplary performance and adherence to company policies.
• Attend scheduled team conference calls weekly and team meetings monthly or quarterly.
• Be innovative by proposing new approaches and improvements to existing ways of working.
• Operate efficiently and effectively to complete assigned tasks.

Candidate Requirements

• Possession of a valid EU/Irish manual driving licence is mandatory.
• Experience in sales or merchandising within the retail sector is preferred.
• Familiarity with the FMCG sector and an understanding of the convenience retail channel are advantageous.
• Energetic and enthusiastic attitude.
• Strong interpersonal and time management abilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a target-focused approach.
• Comfortable with technology, including intermediate computer skills in MS Word, Outlook, and Power BI.

Benefits

• Basic salary of €31,038.48 annually.
• Performance-related bonus of €2,000.
• Company-provided vehicle and fuel card.
• €10 daily allowance for lunch expenses.
• Discounted health insurance coverage.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay benefits.
• Opportunities for recognition through awards, events, and company activities.
• Rapid career advancement potential for high-performing individuals, starting from six months into the role.

Additional Information

Work location is mobile, requiring travel on the road within the assigned geographic area. Compliance with all operational and client-specific standards is essential to ensure quality delivery.