Sales Account Manager

Kingston Upon Thames, London

Hybrid 3 days in office/2 days from home

Flexible working hours - start between 8.30-10am finish between 4.30-6pm

Salary £35,000 to £40,000 plus bonus

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Award winning FMCG food company who provide innovative organic products to customers in over 50 countries around the world are recruiting a driven and ambitious Sales Account Manager to join the team.

The company offer amazing benefits including flexible working hours, hybrid working 3 days in the office, modern office location with outstanding riverside views, onsite parking, 25% off trade prices on all food products and free product samples and new product testing sessions. Apply today!

As a Sales Account Manager, you will play an important role in managing and expanding the wholesale, online and retail accounts while driving new business opportunities. Ideally you will have a food & drink or FMCG background, have experience with wholesalers, online retailers, retail chains and new business experience.

Responsibilities:

1. Account Management

• Manage and nurture existing wholesale and retail accounts.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders within customer organisations.
• Monitor account performance and develop strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and address any issues or concerns promptly.

1. New Business Development

• Identify and target potential new business opportunities in the wholesale, online and retail sectors across UK, EU and Internationally.

1. Sales Growth

• Achieve sales targets, both for existing and new accounts.
• Develop and execute sales plans to drive revenue growth.

1. Trade exhibitions

• Organising trade shows including preparing all documentation and materials

1. Product Knowledge:

• Maintain a deep understanding of product range.
• Educate customers about our products, benefits, and sustainability practices.
• Provide product recommendations and solutions to meet customer needs.

1. Reporting and Analytics:

• Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, and market data.
• Prepare sales reports for management review.
• Analyse sales data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, or related field is desirable.
• Proven experience in sales, account management, or business development in the food/drink industry.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Proficiency in Excel is a must.
• Interest in organic and sustainable food products

What’s on offer:

• Be part of a growing mission-led business dedicated to better serve people & planet
• Friendly, enthusiastic, like minded team - vibrant office working environment
• Riverside location within close proximity of Kingston upon Thames town centre, train station (also close to Hampton Wick station). Car parking available on site.
• Flexible working hours (start between 8.30-10am finish between 4.30-6pm)
• Hybrid working model (3-days per week in-office and 2 days from home)
• Real opportunities to grow in your career and develop your skills as we scale the company
• Free product samples and new product testing sessions
• 25% off trade prices on all our food products