Senior Chocolate Key Account Lead — Remote

Puratos; Buckingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in food solutions is seeking a Senior Key Account Manager to drive chocolate sales growth in Buckingham. This role will involve shaping product development and managing relationships across the bakery, patisserie, and chocolatiers sectors. Key responsibilities include delivering sales targets, defining Joint Business Plans, and collaborating with product management. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for food innovation.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Annual Bonus Scheme

Generous Pension Plan

Private Medical Insurance

Up to 5 Weeks Annual Leave

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Proven track record of sales within the food business, direct experience with chocolate is a bonus.
• High level of communication skills in all forms.
• Comfortable and proactive use of digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver budgeted sales in volume, turnover & margin.
• Define and implement Joint Business Plans with key customers.
• Manage forecast accuracy and S&OP with the Head of Supply Chain.

Skills

Communication skills

Sales experience

Negotiation skills

Forecasting knowledge

Job description

A global leader in food solutions is seeking a Senior Key Account Manager to drive chocolate sales growth in Buckingham. This role will involve shaping product development and managing relationships across the bakery, patisserie, and chocolatiers sectors. Key responsibilities include delivering sales targets, defining Joint Business Plans, and collaborating with product management. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for food innovation.