Account Executive (Food / FMCG) – Step into Account Management
Are you ready to move out of field sales or a junior commercial role and into account management?
If you’re currently in a customer-facing role within food, FMCG or retail, have a genuine passion for Food and you’re starting to feel ready for more ownership, more commercial exposure, and a genuine step into account management… this could be exactly what you’ve been waiting for...
We’re working with a well-established, privately owned food business based in the Midlands. They’re not corporate, they’re relationship-led, fast-paced, and genuinely invest in developing their people.
This role has been created to bring someone in at the right level and support them in building a long-term career within the business.
THE ROLE
You’ll support and gradually take ownership of a portfolio of retail and wholesale customers, working closely with the commercial team to:
*Build strong, long-term customer relationships
*Support account performance, forecasting and delivery
*Be involved in customer conversations and reviews
*Identify opportunities to grow and develop accounts
*Work cross-functionally with internal teams
Over time, you’ll develop into a more autonomous, account-facing role with real ownership.
WHO THIS SUITS
This role is ideal for someone currently working as a:
*Territory Sales Executive
*Field Sales Representative
*Retail Development Executive
*Account Executive / Junior commercial role
…who is now looking to take the next step into account management.
WHAT THEY’RE LOOKING FOR
*A genuine passion for FOOD!
*Exposure to food, FMCG, retail or a related environment
*Experience in a customer-facing role
*Strong communication and relationship-building skills
*A proactive, hands-on approach
*A genuine desire to learn, develop and grow within a business
*You don’t need to already be an Account Manager — this is about potential.
WHY THIS ROLE?
*Clear pathway into account management
*Supportive, close-knit team
*Exposure to a range of customers (retail & wholesale)
*A business where people tend to stay and build careers
*Highly competitive salary + car allowance + bonus + exceptional benefits
*Remote role with 1 day a week in the office (Coventry)
CALL TO ACTION
If you’re ready to step into something with more ownership and long-term potential, I’d love to have a confidential chat.