Sales Merchandiser - Suntory

Role Overview

As an integral part of the CPM team, this position demands active contribution towards the company's growth and culture by championing best practices and fostering continuous improvement. A positive mindset combined with digital proficiency is vital to excel in this role.

Suntory Beverage, part of the global Suntory Group, is a leading soft drinks firm known across Great Britain and Ireland for iconic brands such as Lucozade Energy, Lucozade Sport, Ribena, and Orangina.

Key Responsibilities

• Enhance business growth by maximizing sales and order placements across assigned stores and all SKUs.
• Adhere to and follow a prescribed retail calling schedule and route plan.
• Execute objectives and targets defined by your line manager diligently.
• Boost in-store distribution and availability of the core product range, utilizing both national and local planograms and promotional activities.
• Accurately record and timely submit all relevant daily data.
• Engage in merchandising activities for off-sales and activate sales campaigns aligned with company targets.
• Develop strong working relationships with store management and communicate effectively with line managers.
• Provide consistent feedback via verbal updates and electronic reports to management.
• Commit to achieving the highest performance standards and maintaining CPM and client expectations.
• Participate in regular team communications including weekly conference calls and monthly or quarterly meetings.
• Contribute innovative ideas and improvements to work processes.
• Ensure efficiency and effectiveness in completing all assigned tasks throughout work hours.

Candidate Requirements

• Possession of a valid full EU or Irish manual driving license is mandatory.
• Demonstrable prior experience in sales or merchandising within retail settings.
• Understanding of the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, with an emphasis on the convenience retail channel is desirable.
• Energetic and enthusiastic personality with excellent interpersonal and time management skills.
• Attention to detail, goal orientation, and proficiency with technology including intermediate use of MS Word, Outlook, and Power BI.

Additional Information

• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in Ireland.
• Work Location: Predominantly field-based, requiring travel around assigned geographic region.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary of €31,038.48 annually.
• Performance bonus of €2,000.
• Provision of company van and fuel card for work-related travel.
• Daily lunch allowance worth €10.
• Discounted health insurance options available.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave pay benefits.
• Regular company recognition awards and participation in corporate events and activities.
• Opportunities for rapid career advancement and development within 6 months for high performers.