Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity.
Job Purpose
Join our Decorative Paints division and you will work to maintain and develop existing and new customer relationships to maximise the potential of our independent and large-scale outlets in your sales territory within our portfolio of trade, retail and automotive brands.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop appropriate propositions & ethical sales methods as well as providing quality of service.
- Implement sales plans, marketing & promotional incentives & new product launches.
- Review our brand presence & maintain our brand leadership status by regularly merchandising our products to gain maximum awareness in store.
- Deliver customer service levels that ensure the market continues to use AkzoNobel products above all others.
- Identify & execute new business opportunities.
Job Requirements
- Background in sales or account management.
- Able to design & execute strategic customer plans.
- Understanding of category management & an eye for effective merchandising.
- Full driving licence.
What Makes You Stand Out
- Good interpersonal, negotiating & communication skills.
- Enjoys a collaborative working environment where supporting colleagues is key.
- Able to nurture excellent customer relationships.
- Effective at achieving sales targets.
What Do We Offer At AkzoNobel
We offer great personal development opportunities and roles with breadth, depth of scope and impact. We also offer comprehensive packages including:
- Competitive Salary (depending on experience).
- 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays.
- Income protection.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Employee Life Assurance.
- Company pension.
- Flexible benefits scheme offering benefits including Gymflex, retail card, dental cover and more!
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason, we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable.
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