Step into a dynamic and rewarding position as an Account Manager, reporting directly to the Country Director. This newly created, full-time permanent role offers the chance to manage a portfolio of prestigious Retail accounts, including Tesco and Marks & Spencer. Supported by an established and experienced Commercial team, you will cover national UK customers across Retail, Industry, and food service sectors. This hybrid working role requires occasional commutes to the Manchester office.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage major customer accounts
- Oversee key metrics: volume, value, profit
- Generate initiatives for mutual growth
- Liaise with international colleagues across multi-functional roles
- Plan and execute NPD/Category Management
- Forecasting and supply chain delivery
- Represent the company in ambassadorial and trade marketing capacities
About You:
- Essential Skills & Knowledge:
- Minimum 3 years of Commercial Food FMCG experience
- Degree-level education- Prior Retail customer involvement at Exec or Manager level
- Experience in Chilled/Frozen sectors
- Private Label experience
- Strong negotiation skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel & and PowerPoint
- Valid driving licence
Desirable:
- Understanding of Category Management and trend analysis
- Chilled/Frozen experience in a protein-based supplier
- Brand experience
Culture Fit:
- Passionate about food with a keen interest in seafood
- Accountable, creative, analytical, and detail-oriented
- Driven to perform and exceed expectations
- Strong work ethic and determination
- Ambitious for future progression
- Ready to actively contribute to a small team where mutual success is a priority
- Willingness to travel nationally and internationally
Salary & Benefits:
- Competitive salary to be disclosed on the briefing.
- Annual performance-related bonus
- 8% employer's company pension contribution
- Company car
- Company mobile and laptop provided
- Private healthcare
This role offers a unique blend of responsibility, growth, and the chance to work with some of the biggest names in Retail. If you are passionate about food, driven to excel, and ready to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, this could be your career's next step.