Head of Strategic Accounts

Head of Strategic Accounts

Full-Time 70000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Hays

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead revenue growth and develop high-performing teams in a dynamic environment.
  • Company: Join a leading company in the Supply Chain & Logistics industry.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus package, and hybrid working options.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career advancement in a fast-paced, innovative setting.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by driving strategic account growth and building key relationships.
  • Qualifications: Proven sales leadership experience and strong relationship-building skills.

The predicted salary is between 70000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

Our client is seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Senior Leader to lead revenue growth, develop high-performing teams and strengthen key customer relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Head of Strategic Accounts who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on approach to account growth and commercial performance.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering sustainable revenue growth, identifying new market opportunities and implementing sales strategies that support long-term business objectives.

  • Lead, coach and develop high-performing sales and account management teams.
  • Drive revenue growth through new business acquisition and account expansion.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and strategic customers.
  • Manage forecasting, budgeting and sales performance reporting.
  • Monitor market trends and identify new opportunities for growth.
  • Lead contract negotiations and secure high-value commercial agreements.
  • Develop and improve sales processes, KPIs and performance frameworks.
  • Deliver accurate pipeline management and revenue forecasting.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to support wider business objectives.
  • Maintain full ownership of commercial performance and profitability.

What you'll need to succeed:

  • Proven success in sales leadership or commercial management roles.
  • Track record of delivering consistent revenue growth.
  • Strong account management and strategic relationship-building skills.
  • Experience managing significant commercial budgets or P&L responsibility.
  • Strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision-making skills.
  • Ability to develop and implement successful sales strategies.
  • Experience negotiating and securing high-value contracts.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Background within FMCG, Logistics and Distribution.

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Head of Strategic Accounts employer: Hays

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We think you need these skills to ace Head of Strategic Accounts

Sales Leadership
Commercial Management
Account Management
Strategic Relationship-Building
Budget Management
P&L Responsibility
Commercial Acumen