ONLINE KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER

Are you currently in a retail or distribution sales role hitting your KPIs, but still feeling undervalued?
Do you want more flexibility and a fantastic collaborative working culture?

Looking to work for a business that genuinely cares about its people and offers a brilliant benefits package?

Our client is a UK market leader within consumer tech accessories, known for their innovative and vibrant product offering. With major retail partnerships already secured, they’re investing in their commercial team to further maximise their market presence and deepen their customer relationships.

They’re now looking for a dynamic and strategic National Account Manager to handle key retail and distribution accounts. This is an 80% farming / 20% hunting role, where you’ll be responsible for nurturing existing partnerships while identifying opportunities to increase revenue and solve customer pain points creatively.

Build and maintain relationships with UK retail and distribution accounts, driving profitability and uncovering customer pain points
Develop and execute strategic account plans (80% farming) while also prospecting new business opportunities (20% hunting)
Analyse sales data and performance metrics with planning teams to keep forecasts up to date
Partner with Marketing and Product on NPD launches, in-store activity and promotional strategies
Support global expansion efforts, with potential to manage international accounts

Proven track record as a National or Key Account Manager in retail, tech or channel/distribution sales
Consistently hit KPIs and driven YoY account growth
Strong analytical skills, proficient in Excel and comfortable turning data into insight
Creative, strategic thinker with a “hungry”, energetic and personable approach
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for client visits

Office-based role with core hours Monday–Friday 8.25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing by 1 day per year after year 2)
~ Personal bonus of 15% of salary paid annually, plus discretionary annual bonus
~ Pension, private medical, life assurance and free yoga sessions
~ Laptop and company phone provided