Irwin's Bakery (W.D Irwin & Sons)
Junior Field Sales Executive
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Junior Field Sales Executive
Location: Northern Ireland (Field Based)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive and depending on experience
Join the Team Behind One of Northern Ireland’s Favourite Bakeries
At Irwin’s Bakery, we’re passionate about delivering fresh, high-quality bakery products that families have trusted for generations. We’re looking for an enthusiastic, results-driven Junior Field Sales Executive to help grow our business by building strong relationships with retailers and identifying new sales opportunities. If you’re a motivated salesperson who enjoys working independently, meeting customers, and making a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
As a Junior Field Sales Executive, you will be responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of retail customers. You’ll represent the Irwin’s Bakery brand, ensuring our products are well presented, available, and supported through excellent instore activation.
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Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships at point of purchase with existing retail customers.
- Identify and secure new business opportunities.
- Achieve and exceed sales and distribution targets.
- Conduct regular customer visits to maximise product availability and visibility.
- Negotiate promotions and merchandising opportunities.
- Monitor competitor activity and provide market feedback.
- Collection of delivery dockets (PODs) from key customers.
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service.
- Maintain accurate sales records and reports.
- Assist with the organisation of trade shows and events.
- Assist marketing department with social media campaigns and influencer collaborations.
- Assist with new product launches.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree/ HND in Marketing, Business, or a related field or 2 years’ experience in sales/marketing role
- Full Driving licence
- IT Literate to include experience with Microsoft Packages
- Ability to work well under pressure and against tight deadlines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
- Organised with excellent time management skills.
- Commercial awareness and a results-focused mindset.
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What We Offer
- Competitive salary with performance-related bonus.
- Company vehicle or car allowance.
- Mobile phone and tablet/laptop.
- Pension scheme.
- Generous holiday entitlement.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
- Free bread allowance
- Employee discount
- The opportunity to represent a well-established and respected local brand.
Apply Today
If you’re passionate about sales and want to be part of a successful, growing business, we’d love to hear from you.
Irwin's Bakery is an equal opportunity employer.
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