Sales Executive

Because growth is our oxygen and our fuel. And it’s our deep and abiding belief that growth comes from working together, helping each other out, always passionate about our purpose to bring happiness with every bite. 

pladis colleagues care deeply about being the best. About winning, staying the course and never giving up. Whichever part of the world we’re in, whatever our role. Whether we’re baking, working in HR, finance, marketing or many other areas – we win as one pladis team. 

And while we’re all unique, we share something in common. It’s the code by which we live and work. We call it our ‘Winning Traits & Behaviours’: Purpose Led, Agile, Collaborative, Positive and Resilient. Five aspects of pladis life that define who we are, how we interact and get things done. 

Why join our team?  

pladis is home to iconic brands Godiva, McVitie’s and Ulker. These brands make sweet treats and savoury treats that consumers everywhere recognise and enjoy! As we start on our new journey, we will continue making the biscuits and confectionery people know and expect from these brands, and we will expand their portfolios too. Together we will build new and exciting products at pladis – new flavours, new concepts and new ways to share happiness! 

Our strength is not only in our products, it is also in our people and our values. Each business that has united to form pladis are loved for their heritage and values. We will retain the honesty, integrity and trust instilled in our brands by our ground-breaking founders as we embark on the next chapter of our success. 

What will this role achieve?  

Being part one of the UK's largest retail partnerships you will contribute to the success of pladis by partnering closely with Account team, delivering seamless sales support through exceptional communication, operational excellence, and proactive stakeholder management.
 

What will be your key results?   

• Assist in the coordination of administrative processes and stakeholder activities to support the smooth running of the business.
• Support forecasting and reporting activities through SAP and internal planning systems.
• Manage invoicing administration and liaise with Accounts Payable teams to resolve billing and payment queries.
• Provide excellent customer support, handling day-to-day enquiries and ensuring timely resolution of requests.
   

What do you need for this role?   

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to quickly learn new systems, processes, and ways of working.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to take ownership and support the wider team.
• Demonstrated ability to learn, adapt, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Able to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team to achieve shared goals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using SAP would be advantageous, but is not essential.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A willingness to learn and develop within a commercial environment.

Our winning traits and behaviours  

• Purpose-Led - Energised by our promise to deliver happiness to the world with every bite 

• Agile - Ever evolving, never satisfied and never standing still 

• Collaborative - Willing to work collectively for mutual success 

• Resilient - Quick to adapt to change, fast learner and persistent in the face of setbacks 

• Positive - Self-motivated, optimistic, adventurous, and inspiring 
   

Diversity and inclusivity is central to everything we do and is reflected across our business. pladis brings together brands and people from around the globe – and this diversity is our great strength. 

We’re an equal opportunities employer and believe in encouraging an inclusive environment where we celebrate diversity of thinking and respect everyone’s distinctive qualities and perspectives. 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation