Assistant Commercial Account Manager

Assistant Commercial Account Manager

Full-Time 31500 - 38500 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
LDH (La Doria) Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support commercial activities and provide data analysis for key retail accounts.
  • Company: LDH la doria, a leading supplier of ambient food products in the UK.
  • Benefits: Hybrid working, 33 days holiday, pension scheme, and annual bonus.
  • Other info: Join a supportive team with fantastic social events and career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Develop your commercial skills in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Qualifications: 2+ years experience in a similar role and strong Excel skills.

The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.

LDH la doria is a leading supplier of ambient food products to major UK Supermarkets. Established for over 65 years, we are the best in the business working in close relationships with all of our customers and meeting the highest of service targets.

Job Summary: Seeking an individual who can support the delivery of commercial activities across key retail accounts, working closely with Account Managers and Trading Managers. The role focuses on providing accurate commercial administration, data analysis, and promotional support, ensuring customers, internal teams, and systems are effectively aligned. This position offers an opportunity to develop strong commercial and account management skills within a fast‑paced environment.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Provide day to day commercial support to the Commercial team.
  • Assist to accurately cost commercial deals under direction from the trading managers.
  • Prepare new supply contracts.
  • Support the trading team with data analysis and collection.
  • Assist with contract balances for specific customers.
  • Submit weekly cost price changes to the buying team ensuring they are accurate.
  • Track and monitor EPOS sales performance.
  • Assist the LDH Retail promotional process.
  • Ensure all promotions are submitted correctly in a timely manner.
  • Monitor promotional loading and implementation.
  • Evaluate promotional effectiveness.
  • Reconcile promotional funding.
  • Track and monitor LDH distribution points.
  • Understand how to use retailer’s portals to run ad-hoc reports.
  • Manage some admin element of NPD, Packaging and Technical projects with relevant departments.
  • Manage admin element of range review process to ensure all departments are briefed, spreadsheets with relevant data are updated and accurate.
  • Coordinate and manage samples.

Knowledge/Qualifications:

  • 2+ years experience in similar role.
  • Excel Administration.
  • Self Motivated.
  • Quality approach and attention to detail.

Benefits:

  • Discretionary Annual Bonus.
  • Pension Scheme.
  • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).
  • Hybrid working arrangements.
  • Free Parking.
  • Life Assurance.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Fantastic Social Events.

LDH is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination.

Assistant Commercial Account Manager employer: LDH (La Doria) Ltd

LDH (La Doria) Ltd is an exceptional employer located in Ipswich, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company provides ample opportunities for professional development alongside a competitive benefits package, including a discretionary annual bonus and a generous leave policy. The hybrid working model further enhances work-life balance, making it an attractive choice for procurement professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.

LDH (La Doria) Ltd

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We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Commercial Account Manager

Commercial Administration
Data Analysis
Costing Commercial Deals
Contract Preparation
EPOS Sales Performance Tracking
Promotional Support
Promotional Effectiveness Evaluation