Sales Account Manager - North

We are seeking an innovative and dedicated Account Manager to manage and grow the Midlands / North territory with a focus on the Independent Channel including garden centres, pet centres, independent retailers, gift shops etc. leading to profitable sales growth.

Client Details

Our client is an FMCG organisation passionate about nature, wildlife & biodiversity. They specialise in bird & wildlife care products for the garden - feed & feeders, houses etc.

Description

• Grow turnover in both new and existing retail accounts by identifying opportunities and winning new listings and shelf space in store.
• Maximise customer acquisition and retention within the territory on a regular call cycle.
• Issuing and discussing quotations and ensuring adequate follow-up.
• Provide training to in-store staff to ensure consumers receive best advice and messaging.
• Managing own diary, planning routes and resources to maximise overall productivity.
• Conduct sales presentations, business proposals and product demonstrations.
• Attending trade exhibitions to meet with new and existing accounts.
• To provide the weekly and/or monthly commercial results and reports.

Profile

A successful 'Account Manager' should have:

• Sales experience from the garden, pet or homeware industries - having sold into garden centers & independent retailers, gift shops etc.
• Strong negotiation and relationship building skills
• A passion for sales - driven mentality with an enjoyment of expanding business, identifying and developing new opportunities
• Happy to be predominantly field based covering the Midlands/North of the UK.
• Journey/route mapping skills
• A full UK Driving license.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £45,000
• Uncapped bonus structure
• Company car
• Pension

If you are a driven individual, passionate about driving growth in the FMCG industry, this Account Manager role could be the perfect fit for you. We encourage you to apply today.