Do you want to develop your career with a global and dynamic FMCG company?
How will you make an impact?
We are currently looking to recruit a Key Account Manager to join our commercial team based from our Leeds head office. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious individual to drive the ongoing development and growth of one of our leading trading partners.
What will the role look like?
1. Effective negotiation and management of annual JBP process/ promotional planning
2. Building strong, strategic customer relationships
3. Delivery of key financial targets set by portfolio
4. Management of monthly S&OP process for portfolio
5. Annual tender negotiations, price management directives
6. Delivery of an own label and branded NPD pipeline
7. Supporting, mentoring & developing the skills and commercial acumen of the Sales Representative within the team
What do you need to succeed?
To be successful in this role you will be a results driven individual, with 3-5 years experience within FMCG. You will be responsible for a broad level of business contact with an objective of bringing Arla Foods Co-operative equity to life within the customer for mutual gain. You will be highly organised with excellent numerical ability and strong communication skills but above all you will have a passionate can do attitude with a strong desire to succeed.
What do we offer?
8. Competitive salary (salary discussed at application stage)
9. 26 days holiday & Bank holidays
10. Hybrid & Flexible working
11. Pension contribution matched up to 6%
12. 4 x annual salary life assurance
13. Company Car
14. Free to use onsite Gym
15. Access to discounted products in our Staff Shop
16. People agenda commitment to training and development (internal & external)
17. Flexible Benefits- buy up to 5 days annual leave, reward gateway scheme- discounts with various retailers via my benefit platform.
18. Most importantly - Cheese hamper at Christmas
At Arla Foods, our "Lead, Sense, Create" values thrive on diversity and inclusion. We are a famer owned co-operative and are all about being open minded, curious and learning from each other. We know that diverse perspectives fuel innovation, which is why we actively seek individuals from all backgrounds to join our team to help uslead the dairy industry into a more inclusive and sustainable future.
We're committed to providing equal opportunities to all qualified candidates, irrespective of unique characteristics. Our ambition is to create a working environment where everyone is valued and feel that they belong. Join us at Arla Foods, where your diverse perspectives will be valued and can make a meaningful impact.
Would you like to apply?
The closing date for applications 29.07.2024 For more information please reach out to
Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs on behalf of candidates for this role, as these CVs will not be considered under the agency ownership and if Arla does progress with any such candidate, this will not amount to acceptance of the agency's terms. We encourage interested individuals to apply directly through our official channels.