Key Account Sales – Student Placement 2026
Duration: 12 months | Sector: VisionCare | Location: Wokingham, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Position Summary
To provide support for the management of Johnson & Johnson Vision Care Key Account Customers, actively driving profitable sales growth and share of ACUVUE Contact Lenses, and ensuring meticulous creation and execution of agreed activities in line with the business plans and the Johnson & Johnson Credo. As a Key Account support you will work closely with the National and Key Account Managers to ensure the successful implementation of Head Office agreed activities within our ACUVUE Contact Lens and Consumer Eye Health product portfolio.
Main Responsibilities
* Work closely with Key Account Managers to support the execution of Joint Business Plans with customers.
* Help facilitate and coordinate successful execution of Head Office agreed activity within Key Accounts.
* Coordinate and monitor Customer Trade Investment alongside Trade Marketing.
* Manage consistent communication and direction for the Field Team, including Account Managers and Area Sales Managers.
* Act as key contact for internal functions including supply chain, customer service and admin.
* Support key accounts with customer‑specific reporting and insights.
* Support with internal insight reports which include category updates, pricing trackers and competitor reports.
* Work closely with the Contact Lens Customer Activation Team (CAT) and help identify customer growth opportunities.
Requirements of the Role
* 2 years of degree‑level study completed.
* A minimum of a 2:1 achieved in the first year of study.
* Business related, marketing and digital degree types preferred.
Key Skills and Competencies
* Strong commercial and business acumen.
* Excellent analytical and reporting ability.
* Strong interpersonal skills at all levels.
* Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills.
* Strong communication and presentation skills.
* Self‑motivated with a high level of tenacity.
* Flexible and adaptable team player.
* Interest or understanding of the retail environment.
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