Area Sales Representative - 12-Month FTC - Milton Keynes Established over 20 years ago, our client is a market-leading manufacturer of a range of FMCG / consumer goods products. They are a global organization with a turnover of £6bn, and are working with a range of national-level accounts alongside independent businesses. They are looking for an Area Sales Representative to join their team, in overseeing a set of existing accounts across Milton Keynes & the surrounding areas. This is a crucial role in building long-term relationships with clients and driving success across the region. This organization was named a Global Top Employer for 2024 and boasts a fantastic company culture; they have an extended commitment to inclusivity & diversity and are proud to be represented by employees across 100 nationalities worldwide. This is a field-based role opportunity. Responsibilities Conduct face-to-face meetings with a range of clients on a daily basis Develop relationships with key stakeholders across the accounts Communicate product availability, support with staff training and product merchandising in-store Adopt a flexible & adaptable approach to each customer account based on type of business & business location Execute a range business development activities to maximise sales across designated territory Evaluate successes & highlight areas for improvement across territory, utilising data & budget for support Work towards a set of defined targets The Successful Candidate 12 months experience in a field sales role is ideal A background in FMCG would be a plus Candidates outside of a sales background would also be considered; Retail Store Managers or Field-Based Merchandisers are encouraged to apply Full UK driving license Based in Milton Keynes or surrounding areas Area Sales Representative Package Basic salary: circa £34,000 OTE: £50,000 Company car Share incentive plan Pension options Options to buy & sell annual leave Gym membership Cycle to work scheme Life assurance & partner life assurance Private medical cover Dental insurance And many more