Key Account Manager (Germany)

Karsten

Amsterdam

On-site

EUR 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Market-based salary

Company car, laptop, and phone

Excellent pension plan

Travel expense reimbursement

13th-month salary

8% holiday allowance

Yoga and bootcamp sessions

Monthly workplace massages

Fun company outings

Weekly Friday drinks

Job summary

A dynamic international company in Amsterdam is seeking a Key Accountmanager to drive sales in the German market. The successful candidate will manage key accounts and expand the customer base, with at least 5 years of relevant experience required. The role offers a dynamic work environment, a market-based salary, and benefits including a company car and development opportunities.

Qualifications

At least 5 years of experience in key account management, preferably in FMCG or non-food.
Strategic thinker with a customer-oriented and entrepreneurial mindset.
Proven track record in commercial negotiations.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain strong relationships with key accounts in Germany.
Identify new business opportunities and drive sales growth.
Negotiate contracts and agreements with clients.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Customer-oriented mindset

Project management skills

Fluency in German

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a commercial field

Job description

Overview

Are you motivated by sales, business development and retail and looking for a next step? Then we have the ultimate job for you!

We are currently looking for a Key Accountmanager to expand our team in Amsterdam (B2B retail) for the German market. Together with your colleagues from the sales team you will continue to sell our large assortment of cool, practical and sustainable products to our Eastern neighbors. In this position you are responsible for expanding our customer base and growing the current relationships.

Your base location will be our NL office, but we prefer for you to visit your customers as much as possible to strengthen the relation and introduce our newest items. The ratio office / customer visits will be around 70/30.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain strong relationships with key accounts in Germany;
Identify new business opportunities and drive sales growth;
Negotiate contracts and agreements with clients;
Provide excellent customer service and support;
Collaborate with internal teams to meet customer needs;
Prepare and deliver sales presentations to potential clients;
Monitor market trends and competitor activities;
Meet sales targets and objectives;
Travel within Germany for client meetings and business development.

Job requirements

Completed bachelor’s or master’s degree, preferably in a commercial field
At least 5 years of experience in key-accountmanagement, preferably in FMCG or non-food
Strong negotiation skills and a proven commercial track record
Strategic thinker with a customer-oriented and entrepreneurial mindset
Strong helicopter view with the ability to oversee complex projects and interdependencies.
Proven project management skills to coordinate timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables effectively.
Independent, analytical, and results-driven
Fluent in Germany and English; knowledge of Dutch is a plus
Willingness to travel (inter)nationally when necessary

What We Offer

A dynamic and independent role within a fast-growing international organization
Plenty of room for initiative and influence on business development
A market-based salary
A company car, laptop, and phone
An informal, collegial, and results-oriented working environment

Who Are We?

Karsten International develops a wide range of everyday products—from the latest gadgets to sustainable beauty items. You name it, we make it. Alongside hard work and delivering quality, fun and collegiality are our top priorities.

Our team consists of driven product developers, sales experts, logistics talents, online marketing specialists, and graphic designers. Thanks to a broad international network and more than ten years of experience, our products are winning the hearts of consumers around the world. You’ll have every opportunity to contribute to this.

Perks and benefits

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