Salary: Competitive Salary with bonus, healthcare and pension planShift hours: Full TimeAccount Manager Location: London | Hybrid working Contract Type: Full-time | Permanent Company: Foodbuy Group (part of Compass Group UK & Ireland)Own the client relationship. Deliver commercial value. Drive sector growth.At Foodbuy, our mission goes beyond procurement — we build lasting partnerships that support operational excellence, sustainability, and long-term growth across Compass Group UK & Ireland. With over £2 billion in managed spend, we’re the strategic procurement partner behind the UK’s largest food and support services provider.We’re now looking for an Account Manager to join our Commercial Management team. In this pivotal role, you’ll act as the key link between Foodbuy and assigned Compass sectors, ensuring our procurement solutions meet client needs and deliver measurable value.What you'll be doingAs an Account Manager, you’ll be the face of Foodbuy to internal Compass clients. You’ll lead on client engagement, commercial delivery, and stakeholder alignment — ensuring that each sector you support is well-served, informed, and equipped to achieve its business objectives through procurement excellence. Build and manage strong client relationshipsAct as the lead point of contact for designated Compass sectorsDevelop a deep understanding of sector needs, priorities, and performance goalsLead joint business planning (JBP) sessions to align commercial strategy and drive shared outcomesProactively communicate Foodbuy’s value proposition to key stakeholders Drive value and account growthIdentify and deliver sector-specific commercial opportunities in partnership with procurement teamsSupport pricing strategy, supplier engagement, and contract renewal processesDrive initiatives that increase purchasing income and improve supply chain performanceEnsure successful mobilisation of new business and respond to challenges with agility Monitor performance and ensure complianceTrack KPIs and compliance against agreed targetsAnalyse data to provide actionable insights and regular account performance reportingPromote the use of preferred suppliers and contracted product ranges across the sectorLead on issue resolution and crisis support, ensuring strong communication throughout Champion sustainability and social valueHelp sectors meet their sustainability KPIs and net zero goalsSupport the rollout of ESG initiatives and client-facing sustainability contentPromote supplier stories and CSR impact in client communicationsContribute to education and awareness of Compass and Foodbuy’s social value agenda Collaborate across teamsWork with cross-functional teams including procurement, culinary, operations, and dataRepresent sector interests in central Foodbuy projects (e.g. onboarding, reporting, promotions)Share client feedback to support continuous improvement and innovationWhat we’re looking forA relationship-led, commercially aware account manager with experience in procurement, supply chain, or commercial rolesStrong analytical skills and confidence in using data to inform decisionsA confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levelsExperienced in managing multiple stakeholders within a large, matrix organisationCalm, organised, and resilient under pressureCommitted to delivering exceptional service and building long-term value for clientsPassionate about sustainability and continuous improvementAmbitious, proactive, and keen to grow within Compass GroupWhy join us?Represent Foodbuy at the frontline of our client relationshipsJoin a high-performing team in a FTSE 100 businessShape supply chain and commercial strategies that directly impact sector successAccess wide-ranging career development opportunities across CompassEnjoy flexible hybrid working and a competitive benefits packageReady to lead client partnerships that drive real results? Apply now and help us power the future of procurement at Compass.#REEDReference: compass/TP/1545152/196698Location: London