Sunday 26 April 2009

DISTRIBUTOR & RETAIL SUPPORT

JOB DESCRIPTION

As Distributor and Retail Support you will have a unique opportunity to develop your natural talent and experience as a key member of the Spinlock Marketing and Sales Team. You will be working closely with each national distributor to build retailer and end user demand for the expanding Spinlock range. The successful candidate is likely to be an active sailor, possibly employed in the sales and marketing of sailing hardware or clothing at a retail level. Duties include ensuring stockists are promoting Spinlock using the current tools available and providing the best store location and training staff to develop the knowledge and skills of both distributors and stockists.The candidate will also monitor and report on activities and provide relevant management information.

Overseas travel and attendance at selected boat shows is an interesting and important part of the job. Imaginative use of office and communications software to support the role is essential, and a second European language an advantage. Thorough product training and introduction to distributors will be provided. Previous applicants need not apply.

Generous benefits package for the right person.

SALARY

SALARY
The position has a starting salary range of £21,000 -£25,000 gross per annum, depending on experience and if planning to commute. If you are planning to commute we would also look at supplying you with a Season ticket as part of your package (please note this is taxable). Support with relocation may also be offered.

HOURS
Normal working hours 8.30am - 5.30pm with 1 hour lunch (40 hours per week).

ANNUAL LEAVE
22 days annual leave per year, plus compulsory Christmas closure usually 3 days (between last working day before Christmas and 2 January), plus Bank Holidays.

PENSION
A company stakeholder pension is available to join and Company contributions will be reviewed at your probationary review (and thereafter 1 August annually).

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS.
You will be covered under the Company Travel Insurance Policy for all business and personal travel. Use of mainland pool car as available.

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