Job Description
We have an exciting new opportunity at Higgidy within our Commercial department! This is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to step into the world of Commercial, where you will have the opportunity to develop your sales and account management skills, looking after some of our key smaller retailer accounts. You will be working amongst highly skilled Commercial Managers, in a recognised brand and will have a key role in helping us to get our delicious pies, quiches and rolls into the hands of UK shoppers.
Why is this role IMPORTANT to us?
You will be responsible for helping us to deliver our impressive growth plans and look after some of our most valuable customers.
What will you be DOING?
* Administration & Analysis – reporting to one of our Commercial Managers you will be the bedrock of the team, essentially running the administrative function. You’ll also have a strong focus on data analysis; you’ll be digging into the data to guide and support decision making. You’ll work with Excel and sales data to measure performance
* Forecasting – generate and own the commercial forecast for customers. You’ll work with the Commercial, Product and Operations teams to ensure demand aligns with supply
* Customer insight – hone a deep knowledge of your customers’ and their markets. You’ll use this to guide your customer plans, and also present back to Higgidy to guide our strategy
* Commercial strategy – help develop and implement our commercial plans, ensuring your customers have the right range, promotions and marketing to maximise profitable growth
* Account Management – gain fantastic experience by managing our smaller retailer accounts, with guidance from experienced Commercial Managers within the FMCG sector. Maintain retailer relationships, P&L responsibility, as well as seeking and cultivating new business opportunities.
What SKILLS or KNOWLEDGE do you need to have?
* Passionate, proactive and confident aspiring sales person
* Highly analytical, with an excellent attention to detail
* Good at spotting trends and presenting recommendations
* Great at generating and building commercial relationships
* Passionate about working in a small, fast growth business environment
* Eager to learn and develop
* An Excel whizz
* Able to work autonomously, with a high level of initiative
What will HIGGIDY do for you?
* Delicious complementary Higgidy food
* Aid in your growth and development, allowing you to gain key industry experience, whilst working with a passionate and fun Commercial team
* Competitive holiday entitlement with the potential to buy/sell extra holiday days
* A generous Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and Life Assurance
* An array of discounts and benefits through the Perkbox platform
* A charity volunteer day to support a charity or cause you're passionate about through a dedicated day away from work
* Access to exciting company events, including our annual Higgidy Picnic!