Field Sales Manager (field based) The Role in brief (a full specification is available on request): Reporting to the Sales Director, the field-based Sales Manager will be responsible for managing, leading, and developing a Field Sales team delivering profitable sales growth. The successful candidate will make a significant contribution to the overall strategic development and growth of the business. The focus of the role will be the daily running of a field sales team and so you must have excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills and be able to implement the most efficient ways of working to your team who you will also encourage to always share best practice. The ideal candidate: At least five years experience leading and managing a field-sales team. A strong interest in and an affinity for farming and rural enterprises In depth understanding of sales and marketing principles Ability and willingness to learn with a hands-on approach. Excellent analytical and negotiation skills Plenty of initiative and a self-starter with a track record in mentoring and developing a team Have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate at all levels. Show attention to detail and be able to prioritise a busy workload. A comprehensive understanding of the agricultural industry in Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland is preferred, though consideration will be given to leaders who have credibility within the agri-food sector. Educated to degree level, preferably an agriculture or business-related discipline. Experience within agriculture (ideally livestock nutrition) would be very beneficial, but not essential. In return the company offers an attractive salary with bonus, a benefits package, a company car and excellent career progression opportunities. If you have a passion for agriculture and are forward-thinking with ideas, you can bring into the company then we would love to hear from you. To find out more, please submit a comprehensive CV, including your remuneration expectations through the link here. You may also call Conor MacNamara in confidence, on for further information. Skills: Leadership Management Sales Agriculture Benefits: See description or call Conor