Key Account Manager (Organic Food)

French Selection UK; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organic and sustainable food brand is seeking a Key Account Manager to manage international accounts and drive sales across Northern Europe and Scandinavia. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in B2B sales, experience within the organic food industry, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in international B2B sales, ideally in organic food.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are advantageous.
• Ability to travel regularly within Europe.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of wholesale and manufacturing accounts across Europe.
• Develop strong client relationships and understand local market trends.
• Deliver against budgeted sales targets through strategic planning.

Skills

Negotiation

Sales Growth

Data Analysis

Job description

A well-established UK-based organic and sustainable food brand with a growing international presence.

Responsibilities

Key Account Manager (Organic Food)
Location: London
Salary: £40,000 to £45,000 per annum
Ref: 763OG

Main duties:
Responsible for managing international key accounts and driving sales growth across Northern Europe and Scandinavia, covering Belgium, Netherlands, Denmark, Scandinavia, Switzerland, Austria

The role:
– Manage and grow a portfolio of wholesale and manufacturing accounts across various Europe
– Develop strong, long-term client relationships and understand local market trends
– Deliver against budgeted sales targets through strategic planning and promotion
– Champion the company’s brand ethos and values across international markets
– Coordinate all aspects of the customer relationship including sales planning, pricing,
promotions and marketing initiatives
– Travel regularly to client sites and trade shows in Europe

Candidate's Profile

– Proven track record in international business to business sales, ideally in the organic or natural food industry
– Experience working with international wholesalers
– Highly numerate and confident in using data for analysis and reporting
– Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a flexible, entrepreneurial mindset
– Fluent in English; additional languages such as German, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish,
Italian are a strong advantage
– Able to travel regularly within Europe and occasionally attend trade shows