Key Accounts Manager (FMCG / Distribution) in London

Key Accounts Manager (FMCG / Distribution) in London

London Full-Time 45000 - 60000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Drive sales growth and manage distributor relationships in key markets.
  • Company: Leading FMCG company with a dynamic and innovative culture.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, pension scheme, and health cash plan.
  • Other info: Hybrid working with flexibility for travel and excellent career development opportunities.
  • Why this job: Join a fast-paced environment and make a real impact on market expansion.
  • Qualifications: 5+ years in international account management within FMCG, strong marketing skills.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 60000 £ per year.

Are you an experienced International Account Manager looking for an exciting new challenge? Do you have a proven ability to drive sales and profit growth through effective distributor management and market expansion? A leading FMCG company is seeking a talented International Account Manager to join their team in London, offering hybrid working.

You'll take ownership of growing businesses in key markets, managing distributor relationships, and ensuring alignment with the company's brand strategy.

  • Business Development: Achieve sales and profit targets through effective distributor management. Monitor in-market sales and distributor stock levels, taking actions to meet budgets. Analyze sales and brand performance to unlock further growth opportunities. Work closely with Brand Managers to align marketing activities with brand strategy. Share relevant market intelligence with senior management.
  • Financial Management: Prepare profit forecasts, sales, and A&P budgets, and conduct quarterly reviews. Monitor market profitability and provide regular performance updates.
  • Distributor Management: Motivate and support distributors to maximize sales and profit growth. Evaluate current and potential distributor performance, recommending changes as needed. Manage business transfers between distributors and oversee pricing. Lead new brand and SKU launches with marketing support.

To succeed in this role, you'll have significant experience in international account management within the FMCG sector, particularly in Western and Eastern Europe. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing business development, marketing, and financial accountability.

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Global Markets/Export Account Management. Strong marketing and brand-building knowledge. Proficient in MS Office and comfortable working with financial metrics. Competitive salary with discretionary annual bonus. Pension scheme matched up to 9%. Membership of a health cash plan. Flexibility for occasional travel and overnight stays as required.

Key Accounts Manager (FMCG / Distribution) in London employer: Vertical Advantage

Join a leading FMCG company in London as a Key Accounts Manager, where you'll thrive in a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration. With a competitive salary, generous pension scheme, and health cash plan, we prioritise employee well-being and growth, offering opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a significant impact in key markets. Embrace the flexibility of hybrid working while being part of a team that drives success through effective distributor management and strategic brand alignment.

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We think you need these skills to ace Key Accounts Manager (FMCG / Distribution) in London

International Account Management
Distributor Management
Sales Growth
Market Expansion
Business Development
Financial Management
Profit Forecasting