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Account Manager

  • Location: United Kingdom

Posted about 1 month ago

  • Sector: CPG
  • Contact: Leah Ross
  • Contact Email: LeahRoss@betterplaced.com
  • Contact Phone: 0113 236 4040
  • Expiry Date: 06 September 2024
  • Job Ref: 52892LR

We’re looking for an Account Manager with 2-3 years’ experience to join an award-winning, premium branded food company!

 Are you passionate about the food industry, a skilled account manager who has an eye for developing business? This role is your chance to lead the expansion of a premium brand’s UK Sales portfolio, focusing on premium independent trade and high end food retailers. You’ll play a vital role in building relationships, driving brand recognition, and uncovering new business opportunities.

 What you’ll be doing:

  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with current business partners.

  • Providing field sales support and in-store development for a full range of premium products.

  • Conducting in-house training and in-store tastings.

  • Planning and executing a journey plan for effective UK coverage.

  • Identifying and capitalising on new business opportunities.

  • Assisting in trade shows and events to represent a leading brand.

 What we’re looking for:

  • A proven Account Manager with experience in independent trade or retailer channels ideally within food, beverage or retail channels.

  • Excellent communication skills, capable of inspiring confidence at all levels.

  • A self-starter who is organised, flexible, and thrives in a dynamic marketplace.

  • Ideally someone who is a “foodie”.

  • Willingness to travel extensively across the UK and a full UK driving license.

 If you’re an experienced sales professional with a passion for the food industry, this is an opportunity to make a real impact and help grow a well-respected brand in the market.