Head of Account Management

Posted 28 March by Lucy Walker Recruitment Ltd
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Exciting Opportunity for a Head of Account Management in North Leeds!

Are you an enthusiastic leader with a proven track record in driving sales growth and fostering meaningful customer relationships? We are partnering with a leading global company in the Health and Personal Care industry, specialising in the innovation and manufacturing of sustainable products for the Retail market. This is a unique opportunity to join their vibrant team in north Leeds as they continue to embark on an exciting journey.

As the Head of Account Management, you'll be the driving force behind a truly dedicated and collaborative sales team, leading by example and inspiring excellence every step of the way. From mentoring and coaching to strategic planning and relationship-building, you'll do it all. Your role will be to drive performance and provide leadership to deliver on the sales budget, with full P&L responsibility. Alongside this, you will 'lead by example' having ownership of key accounts.

Our client offers an inclusive and supportive working culture. Individuality and diversity are encouraged. You will also receive a competitive salary with a generous quarterly bonus, strong development opportunities as a leader, and flexibility within the workplace.

Key Responsibilities of the Head of Account Management:

  • Lead, inspire, and coach a team of passionate sales and account management professionals with clear direction, effective communication, and ongoing training.
  • Drive account expansion and portfolio growth through innovative strategies.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and talent development, spotting gaps and identifying talent in the team with a focus on succession planning.
  • Manage 2 to 3 key accounts and nurture relationships with stakeholders, leading by example.
  • Travel nationally and internationally to seize new opportunities and support your team in key client meetings.

Requirements - Your Skills and Experience:

  • 4+ years proven leadership experience in managing sales/account management teams of 5+ professionals, with a focus on coaching and driving results.
  • A background in Product or Brand within Manufacturing, Retail, or FMCG sectors is preferred.
  • Passion for customer excellence, exceeding expectations, and delivering exceptional service.
  • Ability to drive sales progress, negotiate effectively, and align with business goals.
  • Experience managing sales budget, monitoring KPIs, and driving results.
  • Flexibility to travel nationally and internationally.

Join our client in shaping the future of their brand and product, contributing to a sustainable retail market and really making a meaningful impact in the sales landscape. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge, submit your CV now!

Note: Due to the number of applications we receive, if you do not hear from us within 7 days of submitting your CV please assume you have been unsuccessful for this role.

Required skills

  • retail
  • account manager
  • fmcg
  • sales manager
  • team leader
  • head of
  • leader
  • profit and loss
  • manufacturing
  • sales development manager
  • head of account management

Reference: 52393303

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