Account Manager Retail / Homeware / eCommerce

*Amazing client of ours - we have placed numerous very happy candidates here!*

Our client, a fast-growing Luxury Homeware Retail business whom have been established for 10 years, are looking for an experienced, driven Account Manager to oversee their existing client base, in addition to developing new business. Working on a hybrid basis (Monday/Thursday in North London HQ) and with plenty of potential to progress as the company continues to grow, this is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate!

Our client have been established for a decade and have grown considerably in that time - initially starting out selling solely online, they have over time built up great relationships with nationwide Retail chains, selling their amazing products in physical stores across the UK (in addition to maintaining a very strong e-Commerce function). Due to their continued growth, they are actively seeking an experienced Account Manager with exposure to the Retail world, to diversify existing client spend, and generate new business alongside a dedicated Head of Sales. In a nutshell, your responsibilities will include:

- Overseeing a portfolio of 10-15 B2B client accounts, including large nationwide Retailers (Argos/Next, etc)
- Maintaining great relationships with respective client Buyers, working together on promotions/business plans
- Conducting business reviews to assess satisfaction/grow spend
- Generating new business through outreach/marketing
- Working to set sales/growth targets
- Ensuring complete client satisfaction, offering an exceptional service to all external customers
- Working closely alongside internal Head of Sales to ensure aligned route/message to market

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

- Experience of owning external client relationships (conducting business reviews / P&L, etc)
- Experience of managing Retail client accounts (ideally Homeware, however absolute flexibility on this)
- Experience of working to/exceeding sales/growth targets
- Fun, sociable personality
- Ability to commute to North London office twice a week

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

- 15% Annual Bonus
- Hybrid-working policy (2 days a week in the office / 3 days a week WFH)
- Incredibly sociable office atmosphere
- Amazing progression opportunities!

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

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