Key Account Manager – Beauty

Express Recruitment; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer is seeking a Key Account Manager near Nottingham. The ideal candidate will have FMCG experience, particularly in beauty or fashion, and will be responsible for managing key accounts, developing growth strategies, and fostering strong relationships. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £54,000 plus a 10% bonus and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar FMCG role.
• Experience in beauty, fashion, or food sectors is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for key customer accounts.
• Develop and execute account plans to meet growth targets.
• Manage the end-to-end business development process.

Skills

Relationship building

Negotiation

Proactive mindset

Job description

Job Posting Details

Posted: 1 week ago

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Deadline: May 16, 2026

About the Role

Express Recruitment is excited to partner with an industry-leading manufacturer recruiting a Key Account Manager near Nottingham. The ideal candidate will have FMCG sector experience, preferably within beauty, fashion, or related industries, with a proactive approach and strong relationship-building skills to generate new business opportunities.

Remuneration & Benefits

Offering a competitive package including a basic salary up to £54k DOE, a 10% bonus, hybrid/flexible working options, and additional benefits.

Key Responsibilities

1. Serve as the primary contact for key customer accounts, fostering strategic relationships and ensuring business alignment.
2. Develop and execute account plans to meet growth targets, including upselling, cross-selling, and new business development.
3. Lead pricing discussions, manage sales budgets, and review account performance and profitability regularly.
4. Collaborate with internal teams (sales, marketing, R&D, procurement, production) to deliver successful projects.
5. Manage the end-to-end business development process, from evaluating customer briefs to leading tender submissions and follow-ups.
6. Promote company capabilities through presentations, site visits, and trade events, fostering a customer-centric culture internally.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in a similar FMCG role.
• Experience in the beauty, fashion, or food sectors is advantageous.
• Ability to build relationships and negotiate contracts.
• Proactive mindset with a desire to secure new business.

About Express Recruitment

Established in 1987, Express Recruitment has provided exceptional recruitment services across the East Midlands, exceeding expectations for over 267,000 candidates. We serve sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education, and Voluntary organizations. View current vacancies at this link.

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Vacancy Summary

• Hours: Monday – Friday, full-time
• Salary: Up to c£54,000 per annum DOE + bonus
• Location: Nottingham
• Basis: Permanent

Due to high application volume, we cannot contact all candidates. If you do not hear within three days, please consider your application unsuccessful but feel free to apply for other roles.

This vacancy is advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd., an Employment Agency.