At a Glance
- Tasks: Promote iconic ice cream brands and build strong customer relationships.
- Company: Join the world’s largest ice cream company with a fun, innovative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus potential, tax-free lunch allowance, and flexible working.
- Other info: Enjoy continuous development and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the ice cream industry and grow your career with us.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for sales; experience in FMCG is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 29000 - 29000 £ per year.
Location: Portsmouth & Surrounding areas (Ideal postcode PO6)
Employment type: Permanent, Full time – 40 hours per week
Salary: £29,000 basic, 10% Bonus, Lunch allowance & other benefits
Ready to build your career with the world’s most loved ice cream brands? Passionate about creating moments of pure pleasure enjoyed by millions every day? The Magnum Ice Cream Company is the world’s largest ice cream business and an industry leader, with 19,000 expert colleagues and iconic brands such as Wall’s, Cornetto, and Ben & Jerry’s, enjoyed in 76 countries around the globe.
As a Customer Development Executive (CDE), you will be responsible for promoting the total Walls portfolio to a range of independent customers and also responsible for identifying, winning new, high‑potential accounts. Working to a dynamic, data‑led call plan, you will shape and execute your territory strategy with the support of your Regional Manager. Your focus will be on driving growth through increased distribution, availability, visibility, compliance, and execution of our iconic ice cream brands.
This is a unique opportunity to join the world’s leading ice cream company, where you’ll be equipped with the right tools, training, and support to succeed. If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of ice cream, this is the place for you!
What You’ll Do
- Partner with customers by building strong, long‑lasting relationships, understanding their business needs and local consumers, and delivering tailored solutions.
- Drive outstanding in‑store execution, ensuring optimal availability, compliance, and visibility through practical activation and influence over wholesaler transfer orders.
- Create and deliver a winning territory business plan, taking a business‑development approach to grow distribution, sales, and market share.
- Use data and insights to track performance, deliver against KPIs, and embed best practice across your territory and wider team.
- Manage CAPEX assets such as Freezers on Loan and premium POS, ensuring outlets meet contractual terms and conditions.
- Support the execution of Joint Business Plans (JBPs) within QSR chains at a store level.
- Maintain strong administrative standards, ensuring all systems, reporting, and compliance tasks are completed accurately and on time.
About You
- You’re a fun, driven, and target‑oriented team player who loves bringing brands to life and making things happen in store.
- You’re commercially focused, resilient, and tenacious, with a strong desire to win and grow your territory.
- You have excellent communication and people skills, with the confidence to influence a wide range of stakeholders.
- You may have previous experience in FMCG, Direct Sales, Convenience, or Field Sales, with a proven ability to develop accounts or territories – not essential but desirable.
- You’re organised and disciplined, with strong administration, planning, and negotiation skills.
- You’re IT‑literate, comfortable using MS Office and CRM or other sales systems, and keen to use data to drive decisions.
- You’re self‑motivated, adaptable, and able to work both independently and as part of a high‑performing team.
- Full valid driving licence, eligibility to work in the UK and live within commute from the location of the role all essential.
What We Offer
- A starting salary of £29,000, smash your targets and earn up to 10% annual bonus!
- Tax‑free lunch allowance.
- A company vehicle & fuel card.
- Flexible (SMART) working.
- Continuous coaching, learning & development.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- 23 days paid holiday + public holidays.
- Annual leave purchase scheme.
Please note this role requires a full UK driving licence (with no more than 6 pts or previous bans); all offers will be subject to a successful completion of a DVLA licence check.
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The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises growth, innovation, and employee well-being. With competitive salaries, a generous bonus structure, and a range of benefits including a tax-free lunch allowance and flexible working options, employees are empowered to thrive in their roles. Located in Portsmouth, this position as a Customer Development Executive provides the unique opportunity to be part of a globally recognised brand, where your contributions directly impact the joy of millions enjoying our iconic ice cream products.
