Field Sales Representative Ireland (South West Munster - Cork, Kerry, Limerick and neighbouring counties) 37.5 Hours Per Week in Cork, Cork at Fragrances of Ireland Ltd

About Fragrances of Ireland Ltd

An opportunity to join a dynamic Irish SME that is distributing its products to over 5,000 independent gift retail store customers around the world. Headquartered in our converted farmhouse in Kilmacanogue, Co. Wicklow we export to the USA, Canada, the UK, Continental Europe, and Australia, participate in over 25 B2B trade shows worldwide each year, and partner with over 130 independent multi-line sales representatives.

Our best-selling fragrance and personal care brand ‘Inis the Energy of the Sea’ has achieved huge success in markets all around the world. Consumers everywhere love Inis, the clean, fresh fragrance which makes you feel close to the sea, no matter where you are.

Our key channel focus is that of Independent Gift Retailers, Lifestyle and boutique retailers who choose curated and considered ranges not available in the mass market. Our growth strategy is deliberate & strategic. We want to build carefully in the right accounts and deepen our loyal independent base — growing the brand without ever losing the boutique character that sets us apart.

Our products are sold through pharmacies, independent boutiques, airports and speciality retailers across Ireland. We're expanding our field presence in the South-west and are looking for a driven, relationship-first sales professional to grow our footprint across Munster.

About the role

As Field Sales Representative for the South West Munster region, you'll be the face of Inis to retail partners across Cork, Kerry, Limerick and neighbouring counties. You'll manage and grow a portfolio of existing accounts, execute in-store merchandising and promotional campaigns, and act as the vital link between our brand and the retailers who bring it to customers.

You will provide a key role in supporting the growth of our fragrances, personal care, and gifting product portfolio across our existing customer base and also for new business. This is a customer-facing, field-based role involving regular visits to retail stores, independent retailers, pharmacies, gift shops, beauty outlets, and other trade customers.

The ideal candidate has a strong passion for sales, merchandising, excellent relationship-building skills, and a genuine interest in the cosmetics, beauty, fragrance, gifting, and consumer goods sectors. Previous experience selling consumer products to retail customers is highly desirable.

What you'll do

• Visit existing and prospective retail customers within the assigned territory.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with store owners, managers, and purchasing teams.
• Present and promote the company's fragrances, personal care, and gifting product ranges.
• Identify new sales opportunities and actively develop new business accounts.
• Ensure products are effectively merchandised and displayed in stores.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishment opportunities with customers.
• Gather market intelligence, including competitor activity and customer feedback.
• Support product launches, promotional campaigns, and seasonal sales initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of customer visits, sales activities, and follow-up actions.
• Represent the company professionally at all times and act as a brand ambassador.
• Attend Trade shows in Ireland (this may involve bank holidays/weekend working when required)

What We're Looking For

Experience and Skills

• 3 Years plus sales and merchandising experience in consumer goods, FMCG, cosmetics, beauty, fragrance, personal care, gifting, or related retail sectors.
• Strong affinity for sales and customer relationship management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage a sales territory.
• Proven ability to identify opportunities and convert leads into sales.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Comfortable spending a significant portion of time travelling and meeting customers face-to-face.
• Proficiency in IT - Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, word, excel/databases/reporting tools (experience of SAP (Business One) a distinct advantage)
• Valid driver's licence and own car (essential)
• Garda Vetting Held

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with fragrance, beauty, cosmetics, skincare, personal care, or gifting brands.
• Established relationships within retail, pharmacy, gift, or beauty store channels.
• Knowledge of merchandising and in-store promotional activities.
• Experience managing retail accounts.

Personal Attributes

• Energetic, outgoing, and customer-focused.
• Passionate about beauty, fragrance, and consumer products.
• Professional, reliable, and highly motivated.
• Strong commercial awareness and business acumen.
• Positive attitude with a proactive approach to problem-solving

What We Offer

• This role would require most days working field based with 1 day per week allowed to work remotely.
• 20 Days Annual Leave
• Performance Based Annual Bonus
• Company pension scheme with company contribution
• Contribution to Gym membership
• Fully Paid Health Insurance (following completion of probation period)
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave (subject to service)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Employee Engagement Programme with Social Committee and frequent company events
• Car mileage paid
• Free car parking (at Kilmacanogue Headquarters, Co. Wicklow)