JOB DESCRIPTION Job Description: As the National Specialty Retail Field Leader you will be playing a crucial role in driving the successful performance and pet parent obsession of the Field Sales Representatives within Pet Nutrition in our Specialty Channel.
You will be a passionate, disciplined and engaging leader who thrives on developing high performing teams in a dynamic and ever-evolving channel.
In this role you will continuously strengthen the talents of the team through selection, coaching and development and strive to build an inclusive and high performing team tasked with achieving set sales targets and KPI's via the annual Operating Plan.
What are we looking for?
Demonstrated experience in evidence-based technical selling to ensure performance Extensive people leadership, leading individuals of varying skill/experience with different learning styles to achieve the best outcomes Ability to utilise technical manual and resources to develop capability Strong planning and prioritisation skills Proven ability to build exceptional customer relationships with various stakeholders What will be your key responsibilities?
Coach and develop evidence-based product knowledge and expertise Deliver education including training pet care professionals at events on the correct recommendation of products, hosting workshops and offering product demonstrations Lead, coach, develop and inspire a team of 9 dedicated Field Sales Reps. to drive performance, unlock their potential and maximise engagement Develop & implement long-term growth strategies Contribute to the total financial performance of the Specialty Channel by delivering against agreed total channel volume and NSV targets Lead the routine evaluation of territory plans against agreed deliverables and marketplace context and execute changes effectively Facilitate monthly Field Activity Meetings Collaborate on the strategic priorities of internal stakeholders and teams to ensure total business alignment and success What can you expect from Mars?
Genuine career progression with a focus on you and your career goals.
Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University Global health and wellbeing program to support flexibility and work-life balance Opportunity to make a difference with our volunteer and ambassador programs Be part of a company that is contributing to making the world a better place today and every day through our sustainable generation plan A culture that offers collaboration, leadership and rewards you for the role you play within Mars.
At Mars Petcare, have a real impact on creating a better world for pets, a world where they're healthy, happy and welcome.
This includes in our office.
Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request.
The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.