Field Sales Representative – Cork Region

At Valeo Foods Ireland, the heart of our business is tasty, nutritious Irish food and drinks with brands such as Jacobs, Odlums, Batchelors and many more. We have exceptional experience and expertise in manufacturing, innovation, food science, research and development, nutrition, distribution, sales, operations, marketing, finance and talent management. We are proud of our brands and the roles they play in Irish life.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Sales Representative to manage and grow sales across the Cork region. This is a hands-on, field-based role that combines sales, customer service, and merchandising within a fast-paced FMCG environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven individual to strengthen long-term customer relationships while actively developing new business opportunities and contributing to the continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

You will:

Develop and execute a strategic territory sales plan to achieve and exceed agreed sales targets and KPIs.
Visit and service retailers on a structured route plan.
Sell, promote, and merchandise the full product range.
Present the most relevant product mix aligned to customer profiles and local market demand.
Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with store owners and managers.
Influence ordering decisions to grow existing accounts and increase distribution.
Proactively identify and secure new business opportunities.
Successfully launch and promote new and seasonal product ranges.
Process orders accurately using a tablet.
Resolve customer queries and issues professionally to ensure high levels of satisfaction and loyalty.
Provide accurate and timely reporting on sales performance, forecasts, and market insights.
Submit regular sales reports and updates to your Manager.

The Ideal Candidate

Proven experience in face-to-face sales (FMCG experience highly desirable).
Demonstrated track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
Strong influencing, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Merchandising experience an advantage.
Self-motivated with excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
Full, clean driving licence (over 25 preferred for insurance purposes)
Strong spoken and written English.

At Valeo Foods Ireland we look after our employees with an impressive total rewards package on top of your basic salary. As well as working in a dynamic and exciting environment you will also receive:

Valeo Foods DC Pension scheme with 6% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution;
Eligible to participate in the Company's performance related bonus scheme.
Company Vehicle.
Employee Healthcare discount;
Discounted Staff Shop;
Maternity and Paternity leave packages;
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP);
Cycle to Work and Travel Pass tax saver Scheme;
Specsavers Contribution;

Location

Ireland (Remote)

Department

Sales Force

Employment Type

Permanent

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Field Sales Representative-Cork Region

Benefits

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