Sales Manager

• Business Development
• Customer Service
• Nutrition
• Sales

Closing date: Monday 9th July 2018

Job Details

Sales Manager

Closing Date for Applicants:
Monday 9th July 2018

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and talented sales professional to work within the Equestrian feed industry. 

Dengie Horse feeds, the UK’s number one producer of top quality Alfalfa based fibre feeds, with brands such as Alfa-A and Hi-Fi, are recruiting a sales manager for Ireland. This is a full-time position to manage and grow existing accounts, both trade and end-user by identifying and developing new markets in Ireland (north and south). 

The role is predominantly key account management, developing the awareness of the Dengie portfolio with existing accounts and opening doors for new business both at retail and end user level. A large proportion of time will be spent on yards discussing feed rations, as well as attending shows and presenting to groups in the equestrian industry. 

The ideal candidate will have;

• An excellent knowledge of the Thoroughbred industry both breeding and racing alongside a proven sales record.  
• Confidence around horses
• The ability to convey a good understanding of equestrian knowledge is essential
• A general understanding of equine nutrition is required. 
• Excellent administration and organisational skills are essential.

The nature of the position involves some weekend and evening work and staying away from home when necessary.

Further opportunity within the role and to travel will be offered to the right candidate. 

Full training will be given.  Applicants need to be based within the area and must have a clean full driving licence.  

Dengie offer a competitive remuneration package including a full expensed company vehicle.

To apply please send your CV and covering letter outlining your suitability to emma@equine-careers.co.uk with details of your salary expectations.