Market Developer (Relief)

About Tayto Snacks

Tayto Snacks is the proud home of some of Ireland's most recognized snack brands such as Tayto, Hunky Dorys, and King crisps. Additionally, we distribute well-known brands like Hula Hoops, Popchips, and KP Nuts. Our team comprises around 400 employees across Ireland, with our head office situated in Ashbourne, County Meath, just 40 minutes from Dublin city centre. As part of the Intersnack Group—Europe's leading producer of savory snacks present in approximately 30 European countries—we are passionate about our people and committed to offering fulfilling and dynamic careers.

Role Overview

The Market Developer (Relief) position is a permanent role within our Commercial function, reporting directly to the Regional Sales Manager. Based in Dublin and covering the Leinster area, this role involves providing relief support across the South Dublin and North Wicklow zones by covering for Business Development Representatives and Market Developers during absences. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals either currently engaged in Sales or Merchandising or looking to kick-start their career in this vibrant, fast-paced industry with an iconic Irish brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure stores are activated to an exceptional standard, delivering best-in-class brand presence.
• Collaborate closely with Business Development Representatives and Market Developers throughout the region to maintain consistency and effectiveness.
• Proactively manage and influence product display placements to guarantee maximum visibility and impact, always staying ahead of competitors.
• Regularly communicate successful execution examples (“What Good Looks Like”) to the wider team to promote best practices.
• Achieve sales targets through active engagement with designated customers, selling, and merchandising the full product range.
• Identify new business development opportunities within stores and implement strategies to capitalize on these areas.

Required Skills and Experience

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence professionally.
• Strong capability to build and maintain fruitful customer relationships, demonstrating dedication to excellent customer service.
• A highly energetic, enthusiastic, and creative approach to work.
• Outstanding planning and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in IT applications.
• Possession of a full, clean, unrestricted driving license and willingness to work outside typical business hours if necessary across the region.
• Commercial awareness coupled with sound business judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience within the FMCG sector is advantageous.
• Must have a full clean driving license due to travel requirements.
• The position is best suited to candidates residing in Dublin city or county as it covers the Leinster region.

Additional Information

This job description highlights the primary duties and qualifications associated with the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities that may arise. Tayto Snacks is committed to equal opportunity employment.