Chinese Speaking Field Sales

We are looking for a Chinese Speaking Field Sales Development Executive.

Responsibilities:

• Driving distribution and identifying key potential business opportunities which build strong sales growth to the channels, creating innovative ideas and methods to win trade and sell a wide range of company’s products.
• Work closely with the Business Development Manager to develop and implement plans that build sales and distribution.
• Identify key strategic accounts and opportunities that ensure effective coverage of the region, and track performance according to targets.
• Support Trade Partners in developing in-market sales in the supply chain.
• Ensure healthy inventory levels at Trade Partners' warehouse for product availability and smooth supply across all relevant channels.
• Be a primary point of contact with trade partners’ sales teams, key wholesalers and retailers.
• Collate and track information on distribution, prices and competitors’ activities to support business planning.
• Manage and conduct product demonstrations and presentations to pitch for key accounts.
• Organize and conduct in-store demonstration and sampling activities, which may involve weekend working.
• Assist with sales planning and tracking A&P and other channel expenditure in line with relevant budgetary controls.
• Manage new product introductions and launches to the trade in support of Trade Partners.
• Represent the company in Chinese trade events and maintain a good relationship with different trade contacts and associations.
• Build good relationships with Trade Partners and their sales teams, ensuring timely flow of information to support sales and development opportunities.
• Update and manage trade customer records and contacts.
• Ensure effective trade coverage and regular field-based visits.
• Ensure a good representation and reputation of the company and the brand.
• Periodically update on the latest trends and research of the market.
• Business trips are required.

Requirements:

• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Full driving license.
• Proficiency in spoken English and Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the FMCG.
• Bachelor's degree in Business or Marketing is an advantage.
• Work flexible hours including weekends, with frequent travel.
• Good computer skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Good negotiation and communication skills.

We regret to inform applicants that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your understanding.