Meet Bal, Account Manager in Field Sales at CCEP

Bal's advice, "set a five-year plan now and set an end goal - anything is possible!":

Create an understanding of what area you want to get into and perfect your craft ! Gain as much work experience as you can or if your in higher education - Do something different i.e. work placement/ study abroad in your degree to make sure you stand out from the crowd. You will not regret it ...Trust me ! Always follow your passion and be yourself ! You are more comfortable being yourself rather than someone your not.

 

Bal M., Account Manager (Field Sales)

 

Having studied abroad to now working for a global drinks powerhouse: 

I studied International Business at University with a year abroad in two countries - South Korea & New Zealand Shortly after I worked at Buckingham Palace in Sales during summer Finally, I chose a company which I am passionate about and loved their products and that is Coca Cola.

As an Account Manager in Field Sales, I endorse our brands and company: 

Working for Coca Cola in Field Sales, I liaise with major independent outlets to make sure our products are readily available for consumers. This is successfully achieved by working alongside outlet owners to range in new products and also informing them of any new products and promotions. My job revolves around three key areas - 1. Product Range 2. Outlet Revenue 3. Product Availability. These three factors are the core of my job and I rectify all issues involved around these three areas. Working in a team of 10 highly talented individuals, I make sure our products are available in outlet formats from Convenience shops, Clubs, Pubs, Restaurants, Hotels and Cafe's across West London, England I have been working for Coca Cola for over a year and it allows me to show my abilities in an environment that suits me and my skills.

Building a strong relationship with consumers of Coca Cola everyday: 

Working for a soft drinks powerhouse, Coca Cola, I am fortunate enough to be an ambassador for them. My role involves continuously building strong relationships with outlet owners to get our brand out there for the consumers. As well as, creating awareness of our new and limited edition drinks for special occasions e.g. Christmas. I also get to go to two conferences each year to gain an understanding of how Coca Cola are performing and also allows me to socialise with other individuals across the business. Coca Cola provide excellent flexibility when I have personal priorities and management care for my well-being. Also, I get recognised for my hard work by senior management and board of directors by using an internal social media platform where I can share my wins.

Being No.1 nationally in my first year of our yearly incentive: 

Winning the yearly incentive and being No.1 in the country was a great achievement. Utilising the knowledge I have learnt from my manager and my team I was able to achieve the required targets for our brand 'Schweppes' in a short amount of time in the company. I posted my win via our internal social media app and it went viral in the company and my work was recognised by the board of directors.

 

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