Join Mars as a Field Sales Representative – Learn, Lead, and Make an Impact!
Are you ready to kick-start your career with some of the world’s most iconic brands? At Mars, we’re offering an exciting opportunity for a Field Sales Representative to gain hands-on experience at the heart of our business — with our customers. This role is a unique chance to learn how we sell, understand our customers, and experience the commercial engine of Mars from the ground up.
Your Territory
You'll be working in the beautiful area of Suffolk, specifically around Bury St. Edmunds and its surroundings.
Salary and Benefits
* Salary: £34,350 - £36,500 plus company performance bonus
* Perks: Company car, iPad, and phone
* Type: Permanent position
What You’ll Do
* Own and manage a Grocery & Discounter territory, working with our leading brands like Mars®, Snickers®, Twix®, Maltesers®, Wrigley’s Extra®, Galaxy®, M&M’s®, and KIND®.
* Build strong relationships with store managers and partners to become a trusted advisor for our products and the entire confectionery category.
* Drive sales growth through in-store excellence, creating impactful displays, and ensuring product availability and shelf presence.
* Learn to sell with mutuality — making decisions that benefit both Mars and our customers.
* Gain valuable shop-floor insights that will shape your commercial understanding and future career path.
What You’ll Learn
* How to sell and influence with purpose.
* A deep understanding of Mars’ brand portfolio and values.
* Commercial acumen from one of the world’s top FMCG companies.
* Skills that will benefit your progression across sales, marketing, category, or beyond.
What We Are Looking For
* Strong Communication Skills: You’re confident and comfortable speaking to a wide range of people, thriving in a customer-focused environment.
* A Collaborative Team Player: You enjoy working with others but are also motivated and capable when working independently.
* Self-Awareness & Growth Mindset: You take ownership of your development and are open to feedback and learning opportunities.
* Tech-Savvy: Proficient in tools like Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook to manage your territory and analyze performance.
* Entrepreneurial Spirit or Passion for Sales: You’re motivated by targets and have a natural drive to succeed.
* Problem-Solver: You see challenges as opportunities and approach them with a solutions-focused mindset.
* Results-Driven Mindset: You bring focus, ambition, and a desire to win the right way — the Mars way.
* Comfortable with Data: You know how to interpret performance metrics and use data to improve outcomes.
* Full UK Driving License: Essential for covering your territory efficiently.
Why This Role?
This is more than a sales job — it’s a launchpad! You’ll gain first-hand exposure to customer relationships, brand execution, and the real-world retail landscape. It’s the perfect opportunity to learn, grow, and make your mark with a business that puts people, purpose, and performance first.
What Can You Expect from Mars?
* Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
* Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
* Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
Ready to become the face of our brands and the future of Mars? Apply now and bring your passion to the shop floor!
Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request.