Account Manager

JAC Recruitment; Düsseldorf; Remote; EUR 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Consumer Healthcare Manufacturer in Germany seeks an Account Manager to run assigned retail accounts, drive sales, ensure store coverage, and expand product listings. The position is permanent, full-time, and fully remote.

You will travel 1-2 times per month within Germany and occasionally to the UK. A driving licence and willingness to travel are required, along with fluent German and business English.

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG, consumer goods, healthcare products, food & beverage, cosmetics, or retail-focused industries.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel within Germany.
• Native-level or fluent German and business-level English are required.
• Unlimited working right in Germany.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned retail accounts in Germany and achieve sales, distribution, and store coverage targets.
• Grow existing retail accounts while supporting customer relationships after order acquisition.
• Support order processing and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth customer service and delivery.
• Build strong relationships with buyers and convert opportunities into product listings, trial orders, and repeat business.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain Management, Finance, and external partners to drive business growth and resolve issues.
• Maintain sales forecasts and coordinate inventory, deliveries, and customer requirements with internal stakeholders.
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms within approved company guidelines.
• Monitor market and competitor activities, and provide regular reports on sales performance, KPI progress, key issues, and action plans.
• Conduct customer and store visits to understand market conditions, customer needs, and in-store execution.
• Regular business travel within Germany (typically 1-2 trips per month) and occasional travel to the UK.

Skills

FMCG experience

Driving license

German fluent

Business English

Account management

Job description

Company: Consumer Healthcare Manufacturer

Location: Anywhere in Germany

Position: Account Manager

Salary range: €55,000-70,000 (Dependent on your experience)

Type of Position: Permanent

Working Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday

Work Arrangements: Fully remote

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned retail accounts in Germany and achieve sales, distribution, and store coverage targets.
• Manage and grow existing retail accounts while supporting customer relationships after order acquisition.
• Support order processing and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth customer service and delivery.
• Build strong relationships with buyers and convert opportunities into product listings, trial orders, and repeat business.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain Management, Finance, and external partners to drive business growth and resolve commercial, regulatory, and operational issues.
• Maintain sales forecasts and coordinate inventory, deliveries, and customer requirements with internal stakeholders.
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms within approved company guidelines.
• Monitor market and competitor activities, and provide regular reports on sales performance, KPI progress, key issues, and action plans.
• Conduct customer and store visits to understand market conditions, customer needs, and in-store execution.
• Regular business travel within Germany (typically 1-2 trips per month) and occasional travel to the UK.

Requirements

Mandatory Requirements

• Experience in FMCG, consumer goods, healthcare products, food & beverage, cosmetics, outdoor products, or other retail-focused industries.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel within Germany.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers, internal functions, and external partners.
• Unlimited working right in Germany.
• Native-level or fluent German and business-level English are required.

Preferred Requirements

• Proven ability to develop new business, negotiate commercial terms, and convert sales opportunities into product listings, orders, and repeat business.
• Ability to manage sales forecasts, KPIs, and customer activities, and translate them into clear actions and follow-up plans.
• Hands-on and proactive sales approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

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