Key Account Manager
Sheffield
£35,000-£40,000 + Bonus & Car Allowance
Elevation Recruitment Group is proud to be supporting a leading name in the consumer goods and retail sector in the search for a driven Key Account Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced sales professional with a background in retail, DIY, hardware, or consumer durables to take ownership of a key customer portfolio and drive growth through strategic account development.
Role & Responsibilities:
* Develop and deliver tailored account plans to achieve sales and margin targets
* Support customer retail strategies with compelling product introductions and campaigns
* Build and maintain strong relationships across multiple levels of each key account
* Lead negotiations around pricing, rebates, marketing support and promotional activity
* Take full ownership of customer issues and ensure effective resolution
* Oversee retail display project requirements from concept to completion
* Identify and convert new business opportunities within the sector
* Collaborate cross-functionally with supply chain, marketing, and installation teams
Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience in key account management, ideally within retail, DIY, consumer goods, or hardware sectors
* Strong track record of business development and customer relationship management
* Commercially savvy with a good grasp of retail trends and consumer behaviour
* Self-motivated and highly organised – able to work autonomously and flexibly
* Excellent communicator with natural interpersonal and negotiation skills
* Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders and internal departments
* Driving licence essential due to field-based nature of the role
Benefits:
* £35,000 – £40,000 basic salary (depending on experience)
* 15% Annual Bonus based on individual performance
* Car allowance or company car
* Hybrid working
* 26 days holiday + bank holidays
* Generous pension scheme & life assurance
* Healthcare Cash Plan
* Free onsite parking