<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Job Description:</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><p><span><span>At Mars Petcare, we believe pets make our world better — and that starts with our Associates. </span><span>We’re</span><span> looking for a passionate </span></span><b><span>National Field Leader</span></b><span><span> to lead, coach and inspire our Field Sales team across the Independent Grocery and Agri channels. </span></span><span> </span><br /> </p></div><div><p><span><span>If </span><span>youre</span><span> an experienced people leader with </span><span>a track record</span><span> of driving </span><span>performance, </span><span>results, building </span><span>capability</span><span> and fostering engagement — this could be your next move.</span></span><span> </span><br /> </p></div><div><h1><b><span>What </span><span>you’ll</span><span> do</span></b><span> </span></h1></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Lead field sales performance</span></b><span><span> by delivering against KPIs, managing trade spend, and driving financial targets across the Independent Grocery and Agri channels.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Execute commercial priorities</span></b><span><span> including promotional programs, NPD speed-to-market, and Perfect Store standards to ensure in-store excellence.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Coach and develop a high-performing team</span></b><span><span>, providing regular feedback, managing performance, and supporting tailored growth plans through Mars University and on-the-job development.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Build team capability and culture</span></b><span><span> through strong engagement plans, clear communication, and recognition — all while role modelling the Mars Five Principles.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Drive customer excellence</span></b><span><span> by ensuring strategic call coverage, supporting Joint Business Plans, and resolving escalated issues with key retail partners.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Recruit and </span><span>retain</span><span> top talent</span></b><span><span> by leading the end-to-end hiring process and supporting succession planning across the wider One Demand community.</span></span><span> </span><br /> </p></li></ul></div><div><h1><b><span>What </span><span>you’ll</span><span> bring</span></b><span> </span></h1></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>5+ years’ experience in FMCG Field Sales, with proven leadership experience</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Strong commercial acumen with a focus on customer success</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Exceptional coaching and people development capabilities</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>A passion for pets and a desire to make a difference</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Business-related tertiary qualifications (preferred)</span></span><span> </span><br /> </p></li></ul></div><div><h1><b><span>What can you expect from Mars?</span></b><span> </span></h1></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Genuine career progression with a focus on you and your career goals. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Global health and wellbeing program to support flexibility and work-life balance.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Opportunity to make a difference with our volunteer and ambassador programs.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Be part of a company that is contributing to making the world a better place today and every day through on our sustainable generation plan.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>A culture that offers collaboration, leadership and rewards you for the role you play within Mars.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>At Mars Petcare, have a real impact on creating a better world for pets, a world where </span><span>they’re</span><span> healthy, </span><span>happy</span><span> and welcome. This includes in our office.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div><p></p><p></p><p></p>

Royal Canin

National Field Sales Leader

Royal Canin