Job Opportunity: Field Team Expert in Umeå for Swedish Match
Swedish Match has made a groundbreaking decision that will transform the tobacco industry and revolutionize how we use tobacco in the future. The company is introducing an innovative smoke-free product that heats tobacco instead of burning it. We are now seeking someone who wants to be part of this exciting journey.
Do you have a strong drive to achieve outstanding results and build long-term customer relationships in retail? Then you might be just who we're looking for!
Your Role
As a product expert, you will represent Swedish Match to consumers in selected stores in your area. The role involves comprehensive responsibility where you will be the daily contact point for customers who want to purchase or learn more about our Reduced Risk Products (RRPs). You will be on-site to deliver exceptional customer service through advice, guidance, and sales to both new and existing users. The work is independent and requires you to plan and drive your activities to reach clear goals. Your geographical work area includes Västerbotten, based in Umeå.
Key Responsibilities
• Be an on-site expert in a rapidly growing product category
• Have direct contact with potential consumers seeking smoke-free alternatives, in compliance with current legislation
• Contribute to good planning and prioritization to achieve sales targets
• Follow up and evaluate your results daily
• Collaborate with colleagues and the rest of the Swedish Match sales team
• Maintain regular communication with customer contacts
• Update our CRM system with relevant information
Qualifications and Characteristics
• High school diploma and/or at least 2 years of sales experience
• Excellent communication skills and a natural ability to build relationships
• Ability to understand customer needs and create value
• Comfortable presenting products to both retail and adult smokers seeking alternatives to traditional cigarettes
• Ability to balance team work with independent responsibility
• Reliable and good at organizing work time
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Fluent Swedish and good English skills
• Driver's license required; own car is an advantage
We Offer
• Opportunity to be part of an exciting, challenging, and groundbreaking journey with our customers
• Fantastic collaborative environment and workplace
• Flexible and varied workday
• Competitive salary
• 12-month contract with extension possibility
• Company car
About Us
WaveCrest is a Nordic company with headquarters in Stockholm and over 20 years of experience delivering top-quality field marketing for some of the world's largest brands. We operate throughout the Nordic region and are proud to always deliver the best possible results for our clients while continuously developing our employees and their skills.
Interested in the Job?
Join this exciting journey and help transform the tobacco industry. Submit your application today - we are conducting interviews on an ongoing basis and look forward to hearing from you!