Account Executive

Love FMCG? Looking for Account Executive jobs in retail, Graduate FMCG roles, or Business Development Executive positions in Surrey? Want to work for a leading global brand in their growing Reigate HQ? Take a look at this new Account Executive opportunity Reigate!
 
Company profile – FMCG brand
In this Marketing Manager job in Reigate, you will be joining a leading and award winning, employee owned food business.

They are responsible for supplying all the UK major supermarkets and are recognised for their sustainability efforts.

Their reach is global, resulting in over 100 million product sales across the UK every year. Their 40 person team is now looking for new hires across the business to satisfy consumer demand.  

With great offices in Reigate, some huge perks (like an on site chef) this is a wonderful opportunity with a genuinely lovely team!

Job description – Account Executive
In this Account Executive job in Reigate, you will be responsible for managing and growing the sales across new and existing accounts.

You will be driving business growth by building and maintaining fundamental customer relationships and will be given the opportunity to build a credible and long-term career within the business with lots of support!

To succeed in this role, you will need a genuine passion for the FMCG and/or food & beverage industry, as well as top-tier commercial business development acumen.

Key responsibilities -  Account Executive
In this Graduate Account Executive job in Surrey, your responsibilities will include:

• Building and managing strong relationships with customer contacts across all functions; Sales, Supply Chain, Technical, Product Development, Merchandising.
• Working with the internal Procurement team on new and existing business, constantly assessing the market on buying opportunities for your customers.
• Project managing NPD as well as any current product changes.
• Proactive management of customer stock levels working with the internal Supply Chain team.
• Working with the Category Insight Manager and Marketing Manager on best-in-class customer presentations utilising IRI and internal data.
• Management and reporting of sales and contract balances.

Job requirements – Account Executive

• 2.1 or above in a relevant business degree.
• Strong preference for a food industry background although other FMCG products will be considered
• Ideally 1+ years commercial or internship sales experience, ideally within the commercial retail sector, with a proven ability to win new business
• Previous exposure of working with/managing UK retailers
• Hands on account management with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to influence and negotiate in a confident manner
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• Strong presentation skills 

Love FMCG? Looking for Account Executive jobs in retail, Graduate FMCG roles, or Business Development Executive positions in Surrey? Want to work for a leading global brand in their growing Reigate HQ? Take a look at this new Account Executive opportunity Reigate!