A well-established and respected food manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Account Manager to join its commercial leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven commercial professional to take ownership of a significant customer portfolio, lead strategic account development, and deliver profitable growth across a broad product range.
As the recruitment partner for this organisation, we are looking for an individual who combines strong commercial acumen with excellent relationship management skills and a proven track record of success within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The Role
You will be responsible for:
Leading the commercial management of key food manufacturing accounts
Delivering sales, gross profit and volume targets across a defined portfolio
Identifying and converting growth opportunities, including cross-selling and new business
Developing structured account plans with clear short-, medium- and long-term objectives
Managing customer relationships and acting as the primary commercial contact
Overseeing customer-led NPD and EPD projects from concept through to launch
Negotiating and securing supply contracts and ensuring full contractual compliance
Providing accurate monthly, 6+6 and annual budget forecasts
Representing the business at customer meetings and relevant industry events
About You
We are seeking someone with:
Strong experience in commercial or account management within food manufacturing
Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills
Proven ability to manage key customer relationships at multiple levels
A solid understanding of commercial performance metrics
Confidence in managing NPD and EPD projects
High levels of self-motivation, credibility and integrity
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected, growth-focused food manufacturer where you will have real autonomy, long-term career prospects and the chance to make a significant commercial impact. Please contact Emily at Pure for more information.