Key Account Manager

WR Engineering; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment partner for engineering and technical roles is seeking an experienced Key Account Manager in the UK. In this pivotal role, the candidate will manage key customer relationships, deliver strategic sales plans, and contribute to market strategy. A minimum of 5 years' experience in the produce industry and strong negotiation skills are essential. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £50k plus bonuses and benefits including Private Medical Insurance.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in the produce industry required.
• Proven track record in Key Account Management essential.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills are necessary.
• Ability to manage budgets and drive ROI.
• Willingness to travel internationally expected.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow key customer relationships.
• Deliver strategic sales plans and achieve growth targets.
• Provide insights to shape customer and market strategy.
• Negotiate contracts and terms confidently.
• Collaborate cross-functionally for seamless service.

Skills

Key Account Management

Commercial negotiation

Budget management

Advanced IT skills

Client relationship building

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Planning software

Job description

Overview

I'm seeking an experienced Key Account Manager to drive growth with some of my clients most important customer accounts. In this role, you'll lead commercial strategy, build strong partnerships with retailers and suppliers, and collaborate across internal teams to deliver profitable, sustainable growth.

What You'll Do

• Manage and grow key customer relationships
• Deliver strategic sales plans and hit growth targets
• Provide insights to shape customer and market strategy
• Negotiate contracts and terms with confidence
• Work cross-functionally to ensure seamless service

What You'll Bring

• 5+ years' experience in the produce industry
• Proven track record in Key Account Management
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage budgets and deliver ROI
• Willingness to travel internationally
• Advanced IT skills (Excel, PowerPoint, planning software)

Why Apply?

This is a high-profile opportunity to make an impact in a fast-growing, internationally connected business.

Salary to 50k

Discretionary bonus

Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance

If you're ambitious, commercially sharp, and ready to take ownership of key customer relationships, we'd love to hear from you.

WR Engineering are the recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent and contract jobs UK wide.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.