Key Account Manager

Key Account Manager

Sheffield

£35,000-£40,000 + Bonus & Car Allowance

Elevation Recruitment Group is proud to be supporting a leading name in the consumer goods and retail sector in the search for a driven Key Account Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced sales professional with a background in retail, DIY, hardware, or consumer durables to take ownership of a key customer portfolio and drive growth through strategic account development.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver tailored account plans to achieve sales and margin targets
• Support customer retail strategies with compelling product introductions and campaigns
• Build and maintain strong relationships across multiple levels of each key account
• Lead negotiations around pricing, rebates, marketing support and promotional activity
• Take full ownership of customer issues and ensure effective resolution
• Oversee retail display project requirements from concept to completion
• Identify and convert new business opportunities within the sector
• Collaborate cross-functionally with supply chain, marketing, and installation teams

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in key account management, ideally within retail, DIY, consumer goods, or hardware sectors
• Strong track record of business development and customer relationship management
• Commercially savvy with a good grasp of retail trends and consumer behaviour
• Self-motivated and highly organised – able to work autonomously and flexibly
• Excellent communicator with natural interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders and internal departments
• Driving licence essential due to field-based nature of the role

Benefits:

• £35,000 – £40,000 basic salary (depending on experience)
• 15% Annual Bonus based on individual performance
• Car allowance or company car
• Hybrid working
• 26 days holiday + bank holidays
• Generous pension scheme & life assurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Free onsite parking