We are seeking a bright and enthusiastic Customer Development Executive to join our dynamic team. This is a fantastic developmental role where you will support a Customer Development Manager, gain invaluable hands-on experience with major retail accounts, and build a strong foundation for a successful career in commercial sales.
What You'll Do: Your Learning and Impact
You will be an essential part of the team, providing crucial support while learning the ropes of commercial strategy. You will:
* Support Your Portfolio: Assist in the day-to-day management of a portfolio of consumer products, helping the team to achieve its sales and margin targets.
* Help Build Key Partnerships: Be a key point of contact for our retail partners, supporting the preparation for meetings, helping to update Joint Business Plans (JBPs), and building your own network.
* Develop Data-Driven Skills: Use business and sales data to track performance, identify trends, and contribute to building powerful, fact-based selling stories and recommendations.
* Contribute to Forecasting: Play a key role in the demand planning process by ensuring data accuracy and collaborating with our supply chain and retailer contacts to support an accurate forecast.
* Drive Collaboration: Work closely with our fantastic Digital, Shopper Marketing, and eCommerce teams to help execute best-in-class online campaigns and promotional events.
* Master Operational Excellence: Gain experience in processing invoices, tracking trade spend, and working with our internal teams to ensure smooth new product launches.
What You'll Bring: Your Potential
We are looking for an individual with the drive and foundational skills to grow into a future commercial leader. You are:
* Commercially Curious: You have a foundational understanding of (or a strong passion for) the retail or consumer goods environment and are eager to build your commercial acumen.
* Analytical and Detail-Oriented: You enjoy working with numbers, have a keen eye for detail, and are comfortable analysing data to find answers.
* A Confident Communicator: You have excellent written and verbal communication skills and are excited to develop your influencing and negotiation abilities.
* Proactive & Organized: You are a natural self-starter who can manage multiple priorities. You don't wait to be asked; you look for ways to help.
* A True Team Player: You thrive in a collaborative environment, are eager to learn from your colleagues, and bring a positive, can-do attitude to every challenge.
Why This is a Great Opportunity for You
This role is designed for your success. We are committed to investing in your growth through mentorship, structured training, and direct exposure to our most important business relationships. You'll join a supportive and high-performing team that will champion your development, providing a clear path for career progression.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you are a rising star with a passion for building a career in commercial account management, we would be thrilled to hear from you.
Apply today and let's build your future together!
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