Sports Retail Sales Representative (permanent contract) / Île-de-France + at waterdrop®

Paris, Ile-of-France, France -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Development, Field Sales, Account Management, Negotiation, Merchandising, Retail Training, CRM, Market Analysis, Strategic Planning, Interpersonal Communication, Organization, English Fluency

Industry

Food and Beverage Retail

Description

Drink More Water, together we grow. Here at waterdrop®, we make drinking more water fun, convenient and most importantly, sustainable! Discover the world of innovative and eco-friendly hydration solutions with our fruity little cubes – Microdrinks – that save up to 98% plastic compared to drinks in 500ml plastic bottles and help score one for the planet. Our centrally-located headquarters offers a vibrant environment, featuring an on-site restaurant and gym, not to mention the opportunity to connect with prospective colleagues from all over the world. With a successful online presence, 40+ stores around the world, dedicated B2B partners and over 22,000+ retail and branded stores, we can’t wait to take this journey to the next level – with you! Your responsibilities at waterdrop®: Reporting to the French Sales Department, your main duties will include: Business Development Grow Waterdrop®’s revenue within the Intersport, Sport 2000 and multisport store networks (excluding racket sports specialist stores). Deploy the commercial strategy in your territory and identify growth opportunities. Develop revenue with regional buying groups. Prospect new retail outlets and build a network of key contacts (store managers, buyers, department managers). Network Management & Field Activation Carry out regular store visits: presenting new collections, negotiating and taking orders, merchandising implementation, installing POS materials and visibility actions. Train store teams on Waterdrop® products and our unique concept. Ensure shelves are well maintained and the brand image is consistent. Monitoring & Coordination Organize your field tours independently and manage your weekly schedule. Provide regular reporting to the French Sales Department. Share market insights: trends, competitors, customer feedback. Participate in sales meetings Your strengths and qualifications: Higher education degree (Bachelor’s level or above) in business, retail, or similar fields. At least 4–5 years of experience in a field sales role. Experience in sports retail is a plus; experience in nutrition/hydration is a real asset. Strong interpersonal skills, autonomy, negotiation abilities and a performance-driven mindset. Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a dense travel schedule. Strong interest in sports, wellness, and innovative brands. Fluent in English. Proficient with office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, CRM). Valid driver’s license required. Why you will love working with us: Permanent contract Company vehicle + fuel card Join a fast-growing international brand in a thriving market. Represent a unique, purpose-driven innovation for healthy and sustainable hydration. Work in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment. Play a strategic role in developing sports retail networks in France. Align with the company’s values: Always Keep Growing, Together We Win, Be The Consumer, Bring High Energy, Find A Way. Contract: Permanent contract (CDI) Compensation: fixed salary + performance-based variable Location: Île-de-France + North-West (frequent travel mainly within Intersport and Sport 2000 networks) Availability: starting May 2026 We work in a changing world which offers great opportunities for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest talent pool because creating value through diversity is what makes us strong as a business and enables us to solve important problems and deliver added value. We encourage an inclusive culture where people can be themselves, are valued for their strengths and are empowered to be the best they can be. Wanna Drop in? Send your application documents through our online application system. We are looking forward to reading from you soon!

Responsibilities

Drive revenue growth within sports retail networks like Intersport and Sport 2000 through business development and prospecting. Manage field activation by conducting store visits, implementing merchandising, and training store teams on products.