I am working with a well-established client of mine, within the Food Manufacturing industry, seeking a new Key Account Manager.

They are looking for someone to come in and support delivery of the next stage of their strategy plan...

Salary - £42,000-£49,000 DOE

Car Allowance in the package

Field based with 2 days a week based onsite in Wigan

About you:

Experience in FMCG or food manufacturing sector, especially with experience of bread, multi-site or complex supply chain environments. Professional certifications such as Key Account Management, Negotiation Skills, or Sales Leadership or equivalent experience Proven experience in B2B sales within the food manufacturing or bakery ingredients sector, managing large or strategic accounts. Strong technical understanding of bakery processes and ingredient functionality

The role:

Deliver annual sales plan for assigned key accounts to achieve revenue growth of X% by year-end; maintain KPI ≥ target margin. Own account management process; ensure CRM data accuracy and compliance at 100% for all interactions. Partner with cross-functional teams (NPD, Customer Services, HR, Marketing, Operations, Finance) to remove blockers and deliver seamless customer experience. Develop and execute strategic account plans to secure long-term partnerships, including weekly onsite meetings with current and potential customers. Continuously improve sales workflows; document SOPs and ...