Key Account Manager

Universal Business Team; Leeds; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging consultancy in Leeds seeks an experienced Key Account Manager to manage and grow a portfolio of blue-chip clients, delivering tailored packaging solutions. Ideal candidates will have a strong commercial mindset and experience in consultative sales. This role offers a competitive salary of £55-65K plus bonus. Company car provided.

Benefits

Company car provided - VW Passat Spec or equivalent

Potential £5-10K company bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in packaging or related industries is a plus.
• Hands-on and solution-oriented mindset.
• Emotional intelligence and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of blue-chip clients.
• Deliver tailored packaging solutions that align with client goals.
• Achieve sales and gross profit targets through effective value selling.
• Provide consultancy services to clients with a focus on implementation excellence.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Client relationship building

Value selling

Consultative sales

Job description

Overview

Are you a commercially intelligent, solution-driven professional who thrives on building strong client relationships and delivering innovative solutions? Do you have a knack for value selling and a passion for creating impact in a dynamic market?

If this sounds like you, a leading B2B packaging consultancy is looking for an experienced Key Account Manager to join their growing team. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact in an ambitious, client-focused organisation.

About the Company

This leading consultancy specialises in delivering tailored packaging solutions for blue-chip clients across industries such as FMCG, retail, logistics, and manufacturing. With a proven track record of delivering excellence and a consultative approach, they stand out in the market by prioritising client needs and implementation success.

What’s the role about?

As an Account Manager, you will:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of blue-chip clients, ensuring high customer retention and satisfaction.
• Deliver tailored, innovative packaging solutions that align with client business goals.
• Achieve sales and gross profit targets through effective value selling and strategic account management.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth project execution and implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Professionally manage a portfolio of key accounts, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty.
• Drive sales growth by identifying opportunities within existing and new accounts.
• Provide consultancy services to clients, focusing on innovative solutions and implementation excellence.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions and manage the sales pipeline effectively.
• Ensure clients are using the most efficient and effective packaging solutions tailored to their needs.

Requirements

About You

You're someone who:

• Has a strong commercial mindset with a focus on delivering value.
• Thrives on building lasting relationships and exceeding customer expectations.
• Is practical, hands-on, and solution-oriented, with a background in packaging or related industries being a plus.
• Is emotionally intelligent, adaptable, and thrives in a consultative sales environment.

Benefits

• Hours: 40¾ per week.
• Salary: £55-65K + potential ~£5-10K company bonus scheme.
• Benefits: Company Car Provided - VW Passat Spec or equivalent