Strategic Key Account Manager – FMCG/Bakery Growth

Zeelandia Ltd; Ashton-in-Makerfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Zeelandia Ltd is recruiting a Key Account Manager to lead strategic relationships with major customers in the bakery ingredients sector. The role focuses on delivering value, driving revenue growth, and maintaining high standards of customer service in a fast-paced environment.

The role reports to the Head of Sales and requires experience with large accounts, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong understanding of bakery processes and ingredient functionality.

Qualifications

• Strategic account planning and relationship management are essential.
• Negotiation and influencing skills with senior stakeholders.
• Data analysis and forecasting using Excel/BI tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver annual sales plan for assigned key accounts and grow revenue.
• Own the account management process with CRM data accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver a seamless customer experience.
• Develop and execute strategic account plans for long-term partnerships.
• Manage pricing, KPI dashboards, and client strategy sessions.

Skills

Strategic account planning

Negotiation

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

CRM systems

Compliance awareness

Commercial acumen

Tools

Salesforce

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Zeelandia Ltd is recruiting a Key Account Manager to lead strategic relationships with major customers in the bakery ingredients sector. The role focuses on delivering value, driving revenue growth, and maintaining high standards of customer service in a fast-paced environment.

The role reports to the Head of Sales and requires experience with large accounts, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong understanding of bakery processes and ingredient functionality.