*Amazing client of ours - we have 3 x very happy candidates already working here!*

*Very autonomous role - you manage your own diary!*

Our client, an incredibly successful Health & Wellness business whom have, in the last 5 years, developed a refreshing, tasty gummy solution to help boost vitamin levels in their client base, are looking to recruit a target-driven, personable Account Manager/Business Development Executive to join their growing team. Working on a very autonomous basis (booking in meetings to meet with clients/working from the Central London HQ office when not out in the field), this is an incredible opportunity for the right candidate!

Our client boast 16 FTE (in a wider office of 35-40 FTE), and are already stocked in huge Retailers including Tesco, Asda and Holland & Barrett. Whilst continuing to develop new business with larger Retailers and smaller Wholesale accounts, they are actively seeking the perfect candidate to generate new business/listings across smaller chains/independents across London, and to manage those relationships moving forward. In a nutshell, your responsibilities will include:

- Developing new business with Independent/smaller chain Retailers across London
- Meeting with clients regularly to both pitch products and ascertain success/sales
- Supporting the strategic relationships with won accounts, driving sales growth and brand loyalty
- Acting as the primary point of contact for accounts, ensuring exceptional service and support
- Creating and executing account plans that align with overall business objectives and sales targets
- Identifying growth opportunities within existing accounts, and developing strategies to capitalise on them
- Negotiating joint business plans, pricing, and promotional agreements to maximise profitability and market share
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of account plans
- Monitoring market trends and competitor activities to inform account strategies
- Providing insights to senior management on market dynamics and customer needs
- Tracking account performance metrics and preparing regular reports on sales results and forecasts
- Utilising data to refine strategies and improve overall account performance
- Working closely with marketing, product development, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment and support for account initiatives
- Participating in product launches and promotional campaigns to drive account engagement
- Acting as a champion for customer needs within the business, advocating for solutions that enhance their experience

In order to be considered for this position, it is ESSENTIAL that you have the following:

- Experience of developing new business via outreach/field-based client meetings
- Experience of conducting regular business reviews with external clients
- Strong negotiation skills
- Ability to align account strategies with business objectives
- Fun, sociable personality
- Results-driven mindset, with experience of exceeding sales targets

*Interested candidates do not have to come from an FMCG background, however any candidates with this industry experience are urged to apply!*

In addition to a very competitive basic salary, our client are also offering the following:

- Up to £10,000 in additional commission (25% of base salary)
- Incredible progression opportunities
- Completely autonomous role - you manage your own diary!
- Amazing Central London HQ to work from (when not out meeting with clients)
- Fully-paid travelcard to meet clients across London

Our client are looking to move very quickly on this, so any interested candidate(s) are urged to apply at their earliest convenience!