Channel Sales Leader

North Europe Channel Sales Leader Location: Remote Role – Ideally based within commutable distance to Daventry Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 (Based on 80% Basic and 20% OTE) Permanent Job Description I am working with one of the world\’s leading and most well-known manufacturing brands. My client has a fantastic track record and reputation for innovation and quality with a real commitment to exploring and encouraging creativity. Their commitment to quality, commitment to innovation and employee centric approach make them an excellent employee to work with and their reputation as an employer is every bit as strong as their reputation as a manufacturing company. They are now looking for a North Europe Channel Sales Leader to join their team specialising in one of their high-end brands focused in the automotive finishing sector. This is an exciting opportunity to join the business and sell into some of the largest and most well-known distributors in the UK and Europe. As a Channel Sales Leader you will have an impact by: Identifying growth plans through customer/product knowledge, and opportunity assessment Achieving growth targets through existing accounts and new distribution which will include target areas across retail channels in North Europe to capture car enthusiasts. Opening new business opportunities by leveraging our category management processes to build compelling business cases through a clear understanding of retailer strategy, shopper insights, data analytics and trade activation Execute, in conjunction with central functions and the local shopper marketing team, the channel planning, forecasting, pricing, customer incentive management and accounts receivable processes for Consumer Business Group. Responsible for personal development to include Category Management, Negotiation, Corporate Training programmes and tailored learning. Skills & Expertise Sales and/or work experience in the retail/ FMCG market Current, valid Driver\’s License Customer focused, ability to handle senior customer discussions and relationships. Business development mindset. Ability to develop and articulate local sales organisation needs, strong influencing skills. Exceptional communicator (local, regional, central functions) and ability to work across functions to a shared goal. Ability to lead and coach through change. Location UK based with North Europe Region responsibility. Ideally located within a reasonable commute to the Daventry site Work Your Way Eligible (Employee choice to work remote, on-site, or hybrid) Travel: May include up to 40% travel – UK, Ireland and North Europe geography ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy