Key Account Executive/Manager - FMCG - Exclusive Role

Our client is widely recognised as a specialist market leader in their Food Production sector. As a mid-tier, progressive and ambitious company, they have carved out a successful niche as a supplier of choice. Due to ongoing expansion, a superb opportunity has arisen for an ambitious, motivated and dynamic Key Account Executive/Manager to play a key role in the current and future growth and success of the business.

KEY DUTIES SUMMARY

• Develop and execute a robust business plan for each of your accounts that are in line with the business's growth plans and strategy.
• Actively manage all price files, promotions, category reviews, annual account plans and term negotiations.
• To hit and exceed sales forecast through the effective management of your accounts.
• Creation and analysis of sales / pricing reports for Head of Depts and customers.
• Manage price negotiations with customers to ensure that the business continues to remain profitable and that margin is protected.
• Work collaboratively within the Sales & Marketing department to deliver continued sales success for the company.
• Represent the company and your department in all colleague and customer interactions.
• Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with new and existing customers.
• Attend events and exhibitions throughout the UK & Ireland raising awareness of the brand.
• Assume full responsibility for day-to-day management of agreed accounts.
• Ensure customer needs and objectives are delivered in a timely and efficient manner to promote a high level of customer service.

THE PERSON

• Ideally educated to degree level or equivalent
• A minimum of 2-3 years' experience in Key Account Management in FMCG / Produce sector.
• Able to travel as required
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Strong commercial and financial acumen
• Exceptional interpersonal and people skills
• Someone who strives for excellence in everything they do
• Looking to build a long-term career with a company that will reward performance and excellence

SALARY

An attractive salary based on experience within the range of £40k - £45k per annum will be on offer to the successful candidate. The base salary is negotiable and will depend on experience and what the person can bring to the role.

There will also be the opportunity to be part of the yearly company bonus scheme.

TO APPLY

Please forward your CV using the link.

Alternatively, Please call Declan Rushe, Director in total confidence on zero seven five four zero four eight one seven six zero for further details.

I am available every day including weekends to 9pm so please feel free to contact me outside normal working hours if it is easier for you.

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