About us
Dyson is a global technology company founded in 1993 with a unique philosophy - to solve problems that others ignore. The company is known for surprising new inventions that defy convention.
From the world's first bagless vacuum cleaner, to air purifiers/fans without rotor blades, to our hair styling products that enable professional styling at home just like at the hairdresser: We continue to develop relentlessly - our products inspire every technology fan and make household and co. an experience!
Our culture is unique; The mindset is geared to constant change and Dyson’s pace brings constant challenge. Dyson suits people with the courage and resilience to find their own way, spotting opportunities where others don’t, and having the self-belief to persevere where others give up.
About the role
The Field Sales team is a core part of Dyson’s Benelux Sales Department. We are looking for a dynamic driven candidate who has some experience as sales person, and is looking to expand their commercial & merchandising skills.
As a Field Merchandiser you will drive product sales directly in store and through the awareness you build of the Dyson brand within our retailer’s stores. Regionally based, you will work closely within your team and use your hands-on mentality, relationships and training to ensure Dyson’s sales strategy is delivered in your area.
Working region:
South West of the Netherlands
Note: this role requires regular weekend work, incidental evenings.
The fixed working day schedule is Tuesday till Saturday.
Accountabilities:
- Driving sales growth in your region
- Increase Dyson sales within your region. Together with the area manager identify opportunities to increase Dyson sales within regions and individual retailers.
- Support the total Sell-Out performance of all doors within the given region.
- Collect & Analyse field insight data and market trends to identify opportunities for improvement and growth.
- Weekly presentation of the collected field insights from your area
- Build and maintain effective relationships with retailers sales staff, department managers and store Managers.
- Work in store during weekends and commercial moments to ensure best in class execution and lead by example
- Ensure Dyson always has excellence in execution throughout Retail
- Liaise with the Retail Operations & activation team to ensure Excellence in execution.
- Conduct in store training sessions with retailer staff and demonstrators as necessary and in connection to the launch of NPD.
- Support during training and induction days
- Merchandise retail stores with correct point of sale materials and planograms inline with SD requirements
- Ensure Dyson displays are clean, tidy and shoppable.
About you
- Exceptional product knowledge.
- Previous experience in retail sales and / or merchandising.
- Previous target driven experience required.
- High level of PC skills, including all Microsoft Office programs.
- Self-motivated and an exceptional team player.
- Excellent communication skills both internally and externally with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Integrity.
- Attention to detail.
- Creative and innovative approach to problem solving.
- Hands on mentality
- Fluent in Dutch & English
Benefits
- Discount on Dyson products
- Company Pension scheme
- 29 days annual holiday plan
- Company Fitness plan
- EAP (Employee Assistant Programme)
- Life Assurance Plan
- Company Car
- Health Insurance – Medical Contribution
- Eye Examination & Computer Glasses Reimbursement
One year fixed term contract with the possibility of renewal to a permanent position
Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.
