Senior Key Account Manager

MacGregor Black; Düsseldorf; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Key Account Manager to drive growth within the toy sector. This permanent role involves managing key retail partnerships across Germany, developing tailored sales strategies, and collaborating with internal teams to achieve outstanding results. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in sales and account management, particularly within the toy industry, and be fluent in both German and English. If you're motivated and ready to make a significant impact in a growing business, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifikationen

• 5-7 years in sales or account management, especially with major retailers.
• Strong understanding of the toy industry and discount channels.

Aufgaben

• Manage relationships with major retailers in Germany.
• Develop and execute tailored sales strategies for key accounts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to optimize sales performance.

Kenntnisse

Sales Management

Account Management

Negotiation Skills

Market Analysis

Communication Skills

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Jobbeschreibung

Have you experience working in the Toy industry?

Are you looking for your next challenge in the toy industry?

Do you want to be apart of a growing business across Europe?

Macgregor Black are partnering with a Established Toy Company on the search for a Senior Key Account Manager. This is a permanent role based in Germany.

As the Senior Key Account Manager, you will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with key retail partners across Germany. You will play a pivotal role in developing and executing sales strategies that drive revenue, expand market share, and ensure the long-term success of the brand within the retail sector. This role requires a deep understanding of the German retail landscape, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams to deliver outstanding results.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage and grow relationships with major retailers in Germany, including supermarkets and toy specialists.
• Develop and execute tailored sales strategies for each key account, ensuring alignment with the company’s goals and maximising profitability.
• Drive sales growth through effective negotiation, promotions, and product placement to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Work closely with the Global Sales Director to identify and explore new business opportunities in the German discount channel.
• Collaborate with marketing, product development, and logistics teams to ensure that account-specific needs are met. Regularly report on performance, forecasts, and market trends to senior management.
• Analyse customer data and market trends to provide actionable insights and recommendations to optimize sales performance.
• Lead contract negotiations, ensuring favourable terms and conditions for both the company and the customer.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum of 5-7 years in sales, account management, or business development, with at least 3 years of working with major retailers in Germany.
• Strong understanding of the toy industry and the discount channel, with a proven track record of driving sales in this space.
• Fluent in both German and English (written and spoken).
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to analyse sales data, identify trends, and develop actionable strategies.
• Highly motivated, independent, and proactive with a hands-on approach to achieving results.
• Willingness to travel across Germany as needed to meet with key accounts.

Competitive salary + benefits.

Please contact Luke Boyle for more information today.