Trainee Commercial Executive Food/FMCG Leicester £26-£32k Looking to get your foot on the first rung of the commercial career ladder? Perhaps you decided not to go to University at the last minute and still trying to find your feet or you've opted for a graduate scheme and it's just not for you. This is a great role for someone with energy and initiative who would enjoy working in a fast-paced industry. This team will provide all the training and have some great experience across the team to learn from and support that critical first stage of your career. This business supply the major retailers in a unique product category - successful because of their product development, quality standards and innovation, their reputation sets them apart from their competitors. The food industry is the largest manufacturing industry sector in the UK and this commercial opportunity opens up an opportunity to gain training in a key area of the industry. Your day to day could look like: Analyse commercial data, updating weekly and monthly sales charts Assist the Account Manager on customer requirements Attend meetings for new product developments and commercial promotions Visit retailers to analyse merchandising of products and competitor products Point of contact for commercial team You don't need experience, you need the right energy, attitude and desire to learn and what else? You use your initiative and are happy to get involved. You are confident, approachable and enjoy making contact and building relationships. You thrive in busy environments and love the buzz of working on-site with a team. You're bright, motivated and can think laterally to solve problems or develop new ideas. The pace of this environment will provide variety and a its a motivational atmosphere. This team really do get on and it's critical for them to find someone like minded to fit in and be part of this positive and upbeat business. You will be valued by this team; your contribution will be noticed, and your personal development is a priority to grow talent within for those key strategic roles further down the line. Ready to take the first step? Contact Rhian at Novus with your CV to start your application