Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis - we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category
Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK
CONTRACT LENGTH: 2 years
START DATE: September 2026
REPORT TO: National Account Manager
LOCATION: Head office, Christchurch, Dorset - Hybrid working
TRAVEL: As part of this role, you will visit our Sheffield office during a rotation and undertake occasional travel across the UK
Purpose of the role:
This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate who is looking to kickstart their career in sales account management. We are looking for a motivated, commercially minded individual who can build strong relationships, prioritise tasks effectively and be open to learning an in a fast-moving business environment. An enthusiasm for sales, FMCG, or retail will help you thrive in this role
Key Responsibilities:
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Assist in managing and growing sales within assigned account, support the National Account Manager
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Build and maintain strong relationships with key retail partners and internal stakeholders.
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Support in analysing sales data to identify trends and opportunities
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Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure smooth executive of orders and promotions
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Provide market insights and competitor analysis to inform strategic decisions
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Support with pricing and product negotiations in partnership with the National Account Manager
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Work with supply chain teams to ensure delivery timelines are met
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Help coordinate marketing and promotional activities within retail channels
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Take part in internal meetings and retailer presentations to develop commercial awareness
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Update your team on problems or issues & work with the account manager to provide solutions.
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Ability to take ownership of projects with tight deadlines and ensuring all stakeholders are completing tasks in full
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Ability to travel in the UK and abroad
About you:
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Recent graduate with a degree in Business, Marketing, Sales or a related field
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and trends
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Excellent communication and presentation skills
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Ability to use Excel, PowerPoint, Word and databases
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Enthusiastic, proactive and eager to learn
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A passion for sales, retail and FMCG industries
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Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic working environment
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Highly organised with strong time management skills
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The ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and stakeholders
Application Process:
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Please submit your CV
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You will be required to email a short cover letter answering the below questions to support your application
Why should we choose you for this scheme?
Tell us about a specific academic achievement, project, or research that demonstrates your skills relevant to this role?
(Please note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered)
What we offer:
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Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
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25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
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Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits
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Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff
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Great learning and development and progression opportunities Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets)
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Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
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Generous Company Sick Pay
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Pension Scheme Contribution
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Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
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Cycle to Work scheme
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Free parking on Christchurch Quay
