Account Manager

Description

Account Manager

Location: Stevenage

Salary: Up to GBP35,000 per annum

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Account Manager About the Company

Our client is a successful and growing business based in Stevenage, operating within the food and beverage sector and supplying products to customers across a range of markets.

They are looking for a commercially minded Account Manager to manage and grow a portfolio of B2B customers, building long–term relationships and identifying opportunities to increase sales and profitability.

This is a varied, customer–facing role combining account management, business development and project coordination. You'll work closely with internal teams to bring customer ideas to life, support new product launches and deliver solutions that meet customer needs while driving business growth.

Account Manager Details

Monday to Friday, full–time

Based in Stevenage, with customer visits and travel as required

GBP32,000 – GBP35,000 per annum

Bonus scheme

23 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Additional employee benefits and wellbeing support

Company pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Long–term development opportunities

Account Manager Responsibilities

Manage and develop a portfolio of B2B customer accounts, acting as the main point of contact

Build strong customer relationships and identify opportunities for account growth and retention

Increase sales and profitability through new product listings, upselling and cross–selling

Develop account plans focused on long–term growth and customer value

Analyse sales performance, margins and market trends to identify opportunities and manage risks

Prepare and deliver customer presentations, proposals, tenders and negotiations

Maintain accurate sales forecasts, CRM records, pricing and account information

Coordinate customer briefs, new product development projects and launches

Work closely with Marketing, NPD, Technical, Customer Service, Operations and Supply Chain teams

Ensure customer commitments are realistic and achievable

Represent the business at customer meetings, product demonstrations and industry events

Account Manager What We're Looking For

Previous B2B account management or commercial sales experience, ideally within foodservice, FMCG, beverage or hospitality

Proven ability to develop customer relationships and grow sales

Strong commercial awareness, with an understanding of sales performance and profitability

Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills

Strong organisation and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Confident using CRM systems, Microsoft Office and sales reporting tools

A proactive approach, with the confidence to identify opportunities and take ownership

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for customer meetings

Experience working with distributors, wholesalers, QSR or multi–site operators would be advantageous, as would exposure to new product development, menu development or product launches.

If you're a commercially driven account managerl ooking for an opportunity to develop customer partnerships, grow a portfolio and make a genuine impact within a growing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV.

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