Sales graduate

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6‑month FTC with opportunity to go permanent Assessment day to be held 16th October in Manchester
Be part of the team bringing Daawat – the world’s most‑loved basmati – to more UK tables. LT Foods is a US$1bn global FMCG with 70+ years of farm‑to‑fork heritage. We’re scaling fast in the UK and looking for a high‑energy graduate to join our commercial team in the North.
Why this role
-A front‑row seat in FMCG sales: independents, cash & carry, wholesalers and key supermarkets. -Real responsibility from week one, with hands‑on coaching from senior sales leaders. -Clear path: 6‑month fixed‑term contract designed to convert to permanent for high performers.
What you’ll do
-Grow distribution and sales across your Northern patch (Greater Manchester / Yorkshire). -Own store relationships – be the go‑to for managers and buyers; fix issues fast. -Win the shelf – check availability, activate promotions, improve planograms, build secondary sites. -Make the brand shine – set up POS, support chef demos/sampling days and local community events. -Use data to decide – report on rate‑of‑sale, promo uplift and competitor moves; suggest actions. -Work cross‑functionally with Marketing, Supply Chain and Finance to deliver OTIF results. -Represent LT Foods with professionalism, integrity and a consumer‑first mindset.
What you’ll bring
-Recent graduate (any discipline) with genuine interest in FMCG/food and building a sales career. -People person who enjoys being on the road and in stores; confident communicator. -Ownership mentality – organised, resilient, hungry to learn and comfortable with targets. -Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the North/midlands (occasional weekends for events). -Right to work in the UK.
What you’ll learn in 6 months
-FMCG selling fundamentals: coverage planning, call cycles, pricing, promotions and negotiation. -Perfect store execution: availability, visibility and activation. -Using data tools/CRM to turn insight into action. -Event activation and brand storytelling that converts shoppers to buyers.
What we offer
-Competitive salary plus mileage/expenses, laptop and phone. -Structured training, field coaching and mentoring from senior sales leads. -A values‑driven culture: Consumer Centricity, Excellence, Innovation, Integrity, Respect and Responsibility. -The chance to convert to permanent and grow your career with a global food business.
Location & contract
-Field‑based across Manchester, Yorkshire or Birmingham (state your preference). -6‑month fixed‑term contract, with strong opportunity to go permanent based on performance.
LT Foods is an equal‑opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all colleagues.
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Location:
Manchester, Greater Manchester; North West England; England, United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime

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