Commercial Account Executive

CHM-1; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist health charity is seeking a Commercial Account Executive to manage and grow partnerships within the retail and foodservice sectors. The role involves developing strong relationships, achieving revenue targets, and utilizing CRM tools effectively. Candidates should have proven experience in account management or sales, strong negotiation skills, and a results-driven mindset. This position offers a salary range of £32,000–£36,000 with additional benefits including 36 days annual leave and a hybrid working option.

Benefits

36 days annual leave

Enhanced parental leave

Flexible working

Private counselling service

Qualifications

• Proven experience in account management and/or sales, ideally within the food sector.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with confidence managing stakeholders.
• Results-driven mindset with ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical skills and financial acumen.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow an assigned portfolio of CGT and GFA partner accounts.
• Develop and implement tailored account plans.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Identify and pursue new commercial opportunities.
• Oversee contract renewals ensuring accurate processes.
• Use CRM tools to manage pipelines and track performance.

Skills

Account management

Sales experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client, a specialist health charity, is seeking an experienced Commercial Account Executive to manage and grow their portfolio of Crossed Grain Trademark (CGT) and Gluten Free Accreditation (GFA) partners across the retail and foodservice sectors.

Job Title

Commercial Account Executive

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours : Full-Time (35 hours per week)

Location

Office based, High Wycombe. Hybrid working available to be agreed with hiring manager.

Salary

£32,000–£36,000 per year (dependent on experience)

Salary Band : Commercial (CO4)

Benefits

36 days annual leave including bank holidays, enhanced parental leave, flexible working, private counselling service

Closing Date : 4th January 2026

In this commercially focused role, you will develop strong relationships with food producers, manufacturers, and hospitality groups, helping them deliver safe, trusted gluten free options for consumers. Your work will directly contribute to the charity's mission to improve the lives of people with coeliac disease and fund research towards a cure.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow an assigned portfolio of CGT and GFA partner accounts to achieve revenue and engagement targets.
• Develop and implement tailored account plans, including opportunities for upselling and cross‑selling.
• Build and maintain strong, long‑term relationships with stakeholders across retail, foodservice, and manufacturing.
• Identify and pursue new commercial opportunities within existing partner accounts.
• Oversee contract renewals, ensuring timely completion and accurate payment processes.
• Use CRM tools to manage pipelines, track performance, and support commercial reporting.

About You

They are looking for a commercially minded professional who thrives on building partnerships and delivering results. You will ideally bring

• Proven experience in account management and / or sales, ideally within the food or service industry.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with confidence managing senior stakeholder relationships.
• A results‑driven mindset with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills and financial acumen to assess opportunities and performance.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office, with a proactive and solutions‑focused approach.

About The Organisation

Our client is the charity for people who need to live without gluten. For over 50 years the organisation has been helping people with coeliac disease and other gluten‑related conditions live happier, healthier lives. The organisation campaigns for better food access, funds medical research, and provides trusted support to the community.

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and they are determined to ensure that no applicant, employee or volunteer receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

No agencies please.