Account Manager
Kingston
8:30am - 4pm or 10am - 6pm
Hybrid working
£32,000
A food company based in Kingston are on the looking for an ambitious Account Manager to join their growing team. The role will be varied and will provide unrivalled opportunities for growth, learning and progression in a fast-growing company.
The Junior Account Manager will need to be comfortable nurturing and growing existing accounts, helping with the outreach to new accounts and supporting senior members of the team with larger national accounts across channels
Account Manager Responsibilities:
Build a strong working relationship with the customers engaging stakeholders at all levels and represent the Company with pride in all relevant forums.
Negotiate price increases, promotional plans and activation.
Increase distribution of existing range, gain new listings and launch NPDs.
Pursue new business opportunities in target channels in the UK and in key EU markets.
Monitor performance of commercial activities and prepare monthly reports for senior leadership team Account Manager Specification:
Prior sales experience in FMCG would be an advantage but not essential.
Excellent command of MS Office suite.
Strategic, analytical with attention to detail and excellent organisation skills.
Drive, determination and commitment to get things done.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.
Result driven and confident to achieve company targets. Company Benefits:
Friendly, enthusiastic, like minded team - vibrant office working environment
Flexible working hours (start between 8.30-10am finish between 4.30-6pm)
Hybrid working model (3-days per week in-office and 2 days from home)
Real opportunities to grow in your career and develop your skills as we scale the company
Free product samples and new product testing sessions
25% off trade prices on all food products What you need to do now:
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