Account Manager

Food Recruit; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food industry company in Greater Manchester is seeking an experienced Account Manager to manage a portfolio of prestigious Retail accounts like Tesco and Marks & Spencer. The role requires a minimum of 3 years in Commercial Food FMCG, with strong negotiation and interpersonal skills. Offering a competitive salary, annual performance-related bonuses, and hybrid working arrangements, this position is perfect for a food enthusiast ready to excel in a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Annual performance-related bonus

8% employer's pension contribution

Company car

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Commercial Food FMCG experience.
• Prior Retail customer involvement at Exec or Manager level.
• Valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage major customer accounts.
• Oversee key metrics: volume, value, profit.
• Generate initiatives for mutual growth.

Skills

Commercial Food FMCG experience

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree-level education

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Step into a dynamic and rewarding position as an Account Manager, reporting directly to the Country Director. This newly created, full-time permanent role offers the chance to manage a portfolio of prestigious Retail accounts, including Tesco and Marks & Spencer. Supported by an established and experienced Commercial team, you will cover national UK customers across Retail, Industry, and food service sectors. This hybrid working role requires occasional commutes to the Manchester office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage major customer accounts
• Oversee key metrics: volume, value, profit
• Generate initiatives for mutual growth
• Liaise with international colleagues across multi-functional roles
• Plan and execute NPD/Category Management
• Forecasting and supply chain delivery
• Represent the company in ambassadorial and trade marketing capacities

About You:

• Essential Skills & Knowledge:
• Minimum 3 years of Commercial Food FMCG experience
• Degree-level education – Prior Retail customer involvement at Exec or Manager level
• Experience in Chilled/Frozen sectors
• Private Label experience
• Strong negotiation skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel & and PowerPoint
• Valid driving licence

Desirable:

• Understanding of Category Management and trend analysis
• Chilled/Frozen experience in a protein‑based supplier
• Brand experience

Culture Fit:

• Passionate about food with a keen interest in seafood
• Accountable, creative, analytical, and detail‑oriented
• Driven to perform and exceed expectations
• Strong work ethic and determination
• Ambitious for future progression
• Ready to actively contribute to a small team where mutual success is a priority
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary to be disclosed on the briefing.
• Annual performance‑related bonus
• 8% employer's company pension contribution
• Company car
• Company mobile and laptop provided
• Private healthcare

This role offers a unique blend of responsibility, growth, and the chance to work with some of the biggest names in Retail. If you are passionate about food, driven to excel, and ready to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, this could be your career's next step.