Strategic Key Account Manager - Foodservice Growth

Extons Foods Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A foodservice company in Manchester is looking for an experienced Key Account Manager to manage and grow a portfolio of customers. You will build strong relationships, support business growth, and engage in regular travel for client meetings. Candidates should have at least 2 years' experience in account management, preferably in foodservice or FMCG sectors. This role offers a hybrid working approach and various employee benefits including a profit share scheme and health cash plan.

Benefits

Company profit share scheme

Car allowance

Sales commission (up to 20% of salary per annum)

Free parking

31 days holiday

Extra day off for your birthday

Health cash plan

Employee Assistance Program

Company pension scheme

Company paid events

FREE pack of cheese every week

Discounted staff cheese shop

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in key or national account management.
• Experience within foodservice, food manufacturing, or FMCG sectors is preferred.
• Commercially astute with a focus on account profitability.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a customer base of key foodservice and manufacturing accounts.
• Develop meaningful customer relationships that add value.
• Support the delivery of business growth targets.

Skills

Relationship-building

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Planning and organisation

Job description

A foodservice company in Manchester is looking for an experienced Key Account Manager to manage and grow a portfolio of customers. You will build strong relationships, support business growth, and engage in regular travel for client meetings. Candidates should have at least 2 years' experience in account management, preferably in foodservice or FMCG sectors. This role offers a hybrid working approach and various employee benefits including a profit share scheme and health cash plan.