AREA ACCOUNT MANAGER

Fidelis Partners; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in ambient food manufacturing seeks an Area Account Manager to drive sales growth across retail and foodservice sectors. The role requires independence, strong customer relationship management skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure. Ideal for ambitious candidates looking to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Previous sales experience in the food industry across retail or foodservice.
• Proven skills in customer relationship management and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth and profitability across retail and foodservice sectors.
• Manage geographical territory and build lasting customer relationships.

Skills

Customer Relationship Management

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Presentation Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Job description

Our client has earned its position as a market leader in ambient food manufacturing and distribution through continuous investment and strong partnerships with some of the biggest names in the UK and Ireland. Their success is built on their dedicated and highly skilled workforce, with a deep understanding of what it takes to offer the right product mix.

They’re looking to strengthen their team with an Area Account Manager.

What’s the Role?

As an Area Account Manager, you'll be instrumental in driving sales growth and profitability across both retail and foodservice sectors. You’ll manage your own geographical territory, building lasting relationships with customers to ensure our client’s products are a key part of their success. This role requires a high degree of independence, so you’ll need to be self-motivated and able to manage your time effectively, while also collaborating with cross-functional teams to support the growth of the business.

About You

This is a demanding yet rewarding role, perfect for someone ambitious, dynamic, and commercially minded. You’ll need resilience, tenacity, and a proven ability to thrive under the pressure that comes with working for a national company.

Key Requirements:

• Previous sales experience, ideally in the food industry across retail or foodservice
• Proven skills in customer relationship management and forecasting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent presentation, communication, and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated drive, enthusiasm, and potential for future growth
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team

If you’re looking for a role where your ambition and drive will be rewarded, and where you can make a real impact on a growing business, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.