Key Account Executive - Sainsbury Account

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading beverage company as a Key Account Executive for the Sainsbury account in Peterborough. This role involves supporting sales strategies, managing customer relationships, and executing the Suntory Commercial Plan to drive growth and meet key performance indicators. Ideal candidates will possess a strong sales background and an entrepreneurial mindset, with opportunities in a diverse and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• Experience in sales or a related environment preferred.
• Proven ability to build customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of the Suntory Commercial Plan.
• Manage promotional proposals, invoicing, and debt.
• Forecast volumes, analyze performance, and meet sales targets.

Skills

Customer Relationship Management

Sales Strategy Development

Financial Acumen

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Key Account Executive - Sainsbury Account, Peterborough

Client:

Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I

Location:

Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Who We Are

Suntory is a fast-moving, agile, and entrepreneurial business that is home to some of the nation's most loved brands. The Suntory Group is one of the largest soft drinks companies and among the world’s leading consumer products companies. We offer a diverse portfolio of beverages enjoyed by millions worldwide.

About your role

As our Key Account Executive (KAE) for Sainsbury, you will support the Key Account Controller (KAC) and Key Account Manager (KAM) in executing the Suntory Commercial Plan to meet and exceed business KPIs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Customer Management: Support selling LRS products and plans to Sainsbury; ensure high standard admin including Promotional Proposals, Invoicing, and Debt Management.
2. Execution: Deliver the Suntory Commercial Plan at Sainsbury, collaborate with Supply Chain for stock levels, work with field teams on store challenges and opportunities, develop annual customer plans, forecast volumes and spend, meet sales targets, and analyze performance monthly.

What’s in it for you

Join a dynamic company with a diverse beverage portfolio enjoyed globally.

What You Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Experience in sales or a related environment.
• Understanding of Account Manager/Buyer relationships.
• Experience building customer relationships, ideally in field sales.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and tenacity.
• Financial acumen for strategic proposals.
• Proficiency in Excel and IT systems.

Our DEI Commitment

We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and offer accommodations to support a fair process.