My client are a leader in the Bedding/Mattresses world and there is great potential to grow in this role and really make it your own.
This position involves the management of Key Accounts: Argos, Amazon, Wayfair, Very, Costco with a focus on sales and customer relationships, ensuring the fulfilment of clients’ needs.
Client Details
My client is a leading player in the Bedding Industry and they have a strong focus on providing quality consumer goods. Based in Buckinghamshire, they pride themselves on their commitment to customer satisfaction and have a proven track record of success in the market.
Description
The successful Key Account Manager will:
* Manage and strengthen relationships with key retail accounts including Wayfair, Very, Costco, Amazon and Argos
* Review daily performance of activity and work with retailers’ buying teams to provide business updates internally and externally
* Negotiate deals and price changes, ensuring internal margin expectations are met
* Lead product placement with key retailers
* New Business Development including prospecting targets and developing launch packs
Profile
A successful Key Account Manager should have:
* Account Management : Business Development split is 80:20 - ideally, you are happy to hunt for New Business
* Commercially and customer focused to drive results to meet Sales targets across all accounts
* Passionate about products and selling the benefits to the customer
* Working knowledge of Amazon platform (preferred, not essential)
* Fast learner and then make tasks into their way of working
* Competent in managing Retail Accounts and meeting demands of UK Retailers
* Strong Negotiating Skills
* A desire to develop and grow with the needs of the business
* Must be able to travel to the office in High Wycombe - flexible hours / 20 days to work from home / manager is very supportive!
Job Offer
For the successful Key Account Manager - Bedding Industry, on offer is:
* Excellent Basic
* Office-based with flexible working hours + 20 days to work from home throughout the year.
* Bonus Scheme
* You will not be out on the road much for this particular role, as most prospecting/account management is done via online meetings.
* A positive company culture that values employee growth and development
If you are a driven individual with a passion for being creative and work well with little red tape, I encourage you to apply for this Key Account Manager.