Account Manager - Meat Industry (Northern UK)

Marel; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in meat processing solutions seeks an Account Manager for Northern UK. This position offers an opportunity to engage with customers and manage accounts, requiring a bachelor's degree in a technical field and several years of relevant experience. The role involves significant travel and the chance for international career development.

Benefits

Opportunities for international development

Support and supervision for growth

Informal atmosphere

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of experience in a technical sales environment is preferred.
• Experience in food machinery sector is a plus.
• Willingness to travel approximately 70% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Manage the sales process from prospecting to take-over protocol.
• Negotiate final deals and handle project sizing at customer meetings.
• Participate in international exhibitions, demos, and events.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Proactivity

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Job description

Account Manager - Meat Industry (Northern UK), Birmingham

Client:

Marel

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

9f3900276cc2

Job Views:

3

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

Key Account Manager Meat – Northern UK

The function

As an Account Manager Meat, you will be an expert in our meat processing solutions. You will undergo a training program to acquire this knowledge, with duration depending on your skills and experience. You will work with and support other Account Managers, agents, and back office staff to determine customer needs. This role is ideal for those ready to take the next step in their international career, capable of opening new customer doors and managing existing accounts.

Main responsibilities:

• Manage the sales process from prospecting to take-over protocol, including project sizing and requirements at customer meetings.
• Support from Product Specialists and Sales Engineers during all project phases.
• Negotiate final deals, handling terms and conditions with support from the legal department and your manager.
• Contribute to account and strategic planning for Northern UK, including preparing and executing annual sales plans.
• Participate in international exhibitions, demos, and events.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (preferably mechanical engineering or food processing technology).
• 3-8 years of experience in a technical sales environment, with ambition to grow as a sales professional.
• Experience in the food machinery sector is a plus but not mandatory.
• Proactive, empathetic, energetic, result-oriented, independent, with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Willing to travel approximately 70% of the time.

We offer

Opportunities for international development, an informal atmosphere, responsibility, and initiative. Salary depends on experience and knowledge. Marel provides support and supervision for your growth.

Contact information / The procedure

For more information, contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Craig Maiden. To learn more about our organization, click on the provided link.