Area Manager, Professional - West Midlands in Birmingham

Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies, Kleenex, Andrex, and Scott and Kimberly‑Clark Professional. At Kimberly‑Clark, it’s all here for you—innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact. This role will be part of Kimberly Clark's International Family Care and Professional (IFP) business—an organization rooted in purpose and innovation that has built a legacy with global impact. As Kimberly‑Clark forms a strategic partnership with Suzano to create a world‑class international tissue and professional products company, this role is proposed to transfer to the new venture once the transaction closes, anticipated in mid‑2026, subject to consultation and other applicable legal requirements. This is a rare opportunity to help shape a new global leader backed by two industry powerhouses.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for circa 7-10 distributor partners in the relevant area.
• Conduct regular business reviews with branch managers to build and track progress on joint business plans and review performance.
• Leverage DSP shadow salesforce by building proactive relationships, training and supporting them to generate new business and retain existing business.
• Support DSPs with End User visits on identified end customer opportunities.
• Manage and retain existing business and take on new customers converted by the Business Development team that are serviced by their channel.
• Management of account receivables to avoid bad debts (liaise with credit control / distributors to ensure compliance with payment terms).

Capabilities and Experience

• Experience in account management.
• Experience collaborating with cross‑functional groups (e.g., finance, operations, marketing).
• B2B sales experience preferred.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills; commercially aware.
• Digital selling proficiency desired.
• Self‑motivated by intellectual challenges and curiosity.
• Able to communicate well with external/internal stakeholders to influence change.
• A demonstrated ability to navigate and perform in ambiguous circumstances.

Benefits

• Market‑leading pension contribution.
• Bonus scheme.
• Private medical insurance – great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.

Flex That Works

We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That’s why we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in‑person collaboration—helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position. Employment is subject to verification of local policies.

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