Key Account Manager -Service (Permanent) Job at Nottingham seconds Full Time

We are recruiting on behalf of a long-established family-run business supplying thousands of major retail partners across the UK. After several conversations with their senior leadership and HR team, we have learned about what a great opportunity this is and we hope that it’s one for you.Our client is seeking a commercially driven and ambitious Key Account Manager to manage and grow strategic customer relationships within the retail sector. This role will take ownership of key accounts, leading commercial negotiations, developing joint business plans, and ensuring high-quality execution of agreed strategies through close collaboration with internal field teams.

Account Management & GrowthIdentify opportunities to drive revenue, distribution, and category growth within accounts

Negotiation & Commercial PlanningLead negotiations on trading terms, pricing, and promotional investmentsManage account P&L performance, ensuring profitability targets are achieved

Execution & ImplementationTranslate agreed account plans into clear execution briefs for field sales teamsWork closely with field teams to ensure consistent, high-quality in-store executionMonitor execution performance, resolve issues quickly, and drive continuous improvement

Provide customer insight to support wider commercial strategyPerformance MonitoringAnalyse sales data, promotional performance, and return on investmentReport on account performance, risks, and growth opportunitiesAdjust plans based on performance insights and market dynamics

Experience in a Key Account Manager or Account Manager roleBackground within the retail sectorStrong track record of negotiating trading terms and managing customer P&LStrong focus on execution and ability to drive performance through field teamsExcellent commercial acumen and analytical capability

Quality and consistency of in-store executionStrength and longevity of customer relationships

Take ownership of key accounts and play a direct role in driving business growth within a fast-moving sector.

Opportunity to Grow. Join a growing business where strong performance is recognised, with clear opportunities to develop and progress.

Commercial Exposure. Performance related bonus~ Company pension scheme~25 days holiday plus bank holidays~ Flexible working, including the option to work from home where appropriate~ Free on-site parking~ Staff discount across the product range~ Company events and team socials~ Health and wellbeing support, including free flu jabs~ Referral bonus scheme

If successful, you will be invited to a one-to-one screening call with Aneal Birdi via Microsoft Teams. From there, we will have two rounds, once with the HR and hiring manager and an opportunity to meet the wider leadership team.

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