Key Account Manager Kings Langley, UK

Max Media Ventures Ltd.; Kings Langley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Max Media Ventures Ltd. is seeking two experienced Key Account Managers to manage and grow established retail accounts and develop new business opportunities. This senior, office-based role in Kings Langley requires a strong understanding of the card, gift, or book trade, with a proven track record of working with buying teams.

The successful candidates will lead commercial discussions, manage key customer relationships, and work closely with a collaborative team. A competitive salary, bonuses, and essential rewards are offered.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Key Account Manager.
• Track record of working with national accounts and retail sectors.
• Comfortable in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Managing national key accounts as part of the account team.
• Leading negotiations on product ranges and pricing.
• Identifying growth opportunities within existing accounts.
• Preparing clear data-led proposals for clients.
• Collaborating with internal teams for excellent service execution.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Team collaboration

Excel proficiency

PowerPoint proficiency

Attention to detail

Job description

Allsorted is recruiting two Key Account Managers to take responsibility for a portfolio of established national and multi-site retail accounts, and to drive further significant growth developing new business.

This is a senior, office-based role, suited to an experienced account manager with a strong understanding of the card & gift or book trade or associated retail sectors, and a track record of working directly with buying teams at head‑office level.

The role sits within a developing key account team structure, where several team members collectively support and develop individual customers. The successful candidate will be comfortable working collaboratively, taking ownership of their areas of responsibility while contributing to a joined‑up, well‑coordinated customer relationship.

You will manage key customer relationships, lead commercial discussions, and develop well‑considered ranges across gift books and children’s books. The role requires a balance of commercial instinct, range sense, stick‑to‑it‑ness, and disciplined follow‑through.

Experience supplying department store groups, garden centre groups, visitor attraction retailers, challenging national accounts, and online retailers will be particularly relevant.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and developing national key accounts as part of a wider account team
• Leading negotiations on ranges, pricing, and promotions
• Identifying and delivering growth opportunities
• Preparing and presenting clear, data‑led proposals
• Working closely with internal colleagues to ensure consistent excellence in execution & service.

You will be

• An experienced Key Account Manager
• Commercially astute, organised, and credible with buyers
• Comfortable working in a team‑based account structure
• Confident using Excel and PowerPoint
• Reliable, detail‑focused, and comfortable working at pace

These positions are office‑based in Kings Langley and offer a competitive salary, bonuses, and the opportunity to play a central role in a well‑established and growing distributor.

How to apply

To apply, please email Lincoln with your CV and a covering letter to: [emailprotected]