Commercial Account Manager (South East – Field Based) | Territory: South East of England | Ideal Location: Crawley
Are you a commercially driven relationship builder who thrives in a field-based role? Do you enjoy working closely with independent business owners, helping them grow through tailored solutions and strategic support?
We’re partnering with a well-established and highly respected organisation within the retail and distribution sector, supporting a network of independent businesses across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a high-potential territory and make a tangible impact on commercial performance and long-term partnership.
The Opportunity
In this role, you’ll act as the primary commercial partner for a portfolio of independent retailers across the South East of England. You’ll focus on driving revenue growth, increasing engagement with value-added services, and strengthening long-term relationships.
This is a highly autonomous, field-based position suited to someone who enjoys being on the road, building trust, and influencing business owners at all levels.
What you’ll be doing
* Managing and developing a portfolio of independent retail partners
* Driving uptake of commercial solutions including product ranges, finance options, and service offerings
* Identifying growth opportunities and delivering tailored account strategies
* Promoting campaigns, offers, and initiatives to maximise partner performance
* Supporting onboarding of new partners and ensuring early commercial success
* Conducting regular business reviews to demonstrate value and ROI
* Collaborating cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain, and product teams
* Analysing sales data and market trends to inform strategy
* Maintaining accurate forecasts, pipeline reporting, and territory plans
What we’re looking for
* Proven experience in field-based sales or account management
* Strong track record of selling solutions or services (ideally into independent or SME businesses)
* Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills
* Commercially astute with the ability to present value-led propositions
* Confident engaging a diverse customer base across different regions and business types
* Self-motivated, target-driven, and comfortable working autonomously
* Strong organisational and reporting skills (Microsoft Office proficiency essential)
Why this role?
* Opportunity to manage a high-value, growth-focused territory
* Work with a well-established, market-leading organisation
* High level of autonomy and ownership
* A role where you can genuinely influence business success for your customers
* Collaborative and supportive culture with strong long-term vision
Location & travel
* Field-based across South East of England
* Ideal home base: Crawley, Sussex
* Regular site visits required
Interested?
If you’re looking for a role where you can combine commercial drive with relationship management and want to be part of a business that truly supports independent retailers we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact Louise@Requireconsultancy.com for a confidential discussion.
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