Strategic Account Leader - UK (Remote & Travel)

DS Smith; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions provider is seeking a Strategic Account Manager for its UK Sales, Marketing & Innovation Division. The role is home-based with a focus on national travel to meet customers. Candidates will need proven success in strategic account management, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders. Benefits include a competitive salary, company car, sales bonus scheme, and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company Car/Car allowance

Sales bonus scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven success in a Strategic Account Management role within FMCG.
• Experience in leading and managing teams desirable.
• Ability to analyze financial insights for strategic decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and win business aligned with growth strategy.
• Maintain customer relationships and provide commercial reports.
• Network with internal teams to define account strategies.

Skills

Strategic Account Management

Negotiation skills

Business acumen

Ability to work independently

Relationship building

Job description

A leading packaging solutions provider is seeking a Strategic Account Manager for its UK Sales, Marketing & Innovation Division. The role is home-based with a focus on national travel to meet customers. Candidates will need proven success in strategic account management, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders. Benefits include a competitive salary, company car, sales bonus scheme, and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.