Key Account Manager

TipTopJob; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned drinks company is seeking a Key Account Manager to enhance brand visibility in the UK. The role focuses on strategic sales driving within large accounts, leveraging a strong industry network. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in sales and account management within the drinks sector. This position offers a competitive package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in a Sales or Brand role within the drinks industry.
• Proven track record in securing new business and building upon a brand.
• Strong network within the Drinks Sector, managing multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Grow the brand within large Multiple and Key Accounts across the United Kingdom.
• Identify marketing opportunities and implement sales campaigns.
• Collaborate with other departments and establish industry networking.

Skills

Sales expertise

Account management

Strong communication skills

Networking ability

Industry knowledge

Job description

Overview

Key Account Manager : National Drinks Business : Midlands / The North : Up to A GBP 50k + Package

My client is a well known and respected drinks business with a high number of years in the industry. This business has a strong reputation for heritage and innovative products, along with an exceptional culture surrounding development and progression.

As the Key Account Manager you will be specifically responsible for driving sales with new business across larger account sizes in the region. The Key Account Manager will be instrumental in business success with a network of contacts within the ON TRADE sector, along with a passion and background in great spirits. The role will require a strong commercial mind along with the ability to strategize yearly success.

The ideal key account manager will be actively looking after account with multiple sites and national presence, along with route to market relationships.

The Key Account Manager Responsibilities

• Grow the brand within large Multiple and Key Accounts across the United Kingdom.
• Drive the visibility of the product in the market and build a network of awareness.
• Delivering on a channel strategy which aligns with company goals and growth.
• Identify marketing opportunities, establish competitor analysis and implement sales campaigns.
• Seeking and securing new business, maintaining current relationships and managing P and L in a commodity driven environment.
• Collaborate with other departments and establish a networking with the Drinks industry.
• Implementation of training; achieving budgeted targets.

The Ideal Key Account Manager Candidate

• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in a Sales or Brand role within the drinks industry.
• Proven track record in securing new business, building upon a brand, account management and sales driving.
• Demonstrated experience bringing in new business and a strong network within the Drinks Sector, inclusive of managing accounts with multiple locations.
• Passion for the drinks industry and continually up to date on news and trends.
• Ambitious and driven on all areas of sales and client development.
• Strong communication skills : able to work in a team or independently.
• A natural entrepreneur and a thirst for new experiences.

If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CVs to Mark at COREcruitment. To view other opportunities, please check COREcruitment's website.