Job Description

You'll be the exclusive UK provider of some the leading brands in all things toy, hobby and model building. You'll have responsibility for driving growth in the Nationals Channel, stemming across mainstream high street retailers, garden centres (nationals & buying groups), and multi-site gift/book retailers

• Develop and execute a strategic plan to achieve sales targets and expand the customer base.
• Identify and establish new business opportunities within the retail sector.
• Develop strategic relationships with key retail partners - national and multi-site high street retailers e.g. Smyths, The Entertainer and also National Garden Centres/Buying Groups, Gift Stores, Book Stores, Craft Stores etc..
• Analyse market trends to identify growth opportunities.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations to prospective clients.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to secure favourable terms for the business.
• Attend trade shows, events, and face-to-face buyer meetings

Experience with National Retail Accounts & love the thrill of New Business?Join the world of toys, model building, niche hobbies and community fandom
The successful candidate should have:

• A proven track record of winning new business/onboarding national and multi-site retail accounts
• Sales/Account Management/Business development experience within FMCG - open on product category, but you will need relevant customer experience
• Comfortable leading conversations with head office buyers
• Proactive approach to sales and prospecting
• Driven and tenacious

A business who have already laid down the gauntlet as a 'go-to' supplier in the category. After onboarding number of new brands & licenses in both niche and more mainstream products, they are looking to further penetrate the market.

• Salary ranging from 50,000 to 60,000 per annum.
• Company car/allowance
• Performance-based bonus/commission.
• Remote working - with travel as required

If you are ready to take on a genuinely transformational role, apply today to become part of this thriving business.

Skills Required