Senior Customer Business Manager – Dulux
Field Based
We encourage you to apply if you have relevant experience and expertise for this role, even if you don’t meet all the criteria listed in the job description.
We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.
Job Purpose
Join us and you will take responsibility for implementing the strategic and commercial ambition for a key customer by managing the Dulux brand within the account, with direct P&L responsibility.
Job Responsibilities
* Responsible & accountable for managing & developing the customer relationship.
* Identify opportunities to develop & grow our offering across the full AkzoNobel brand portfolio.
* Collaborate with colleagues to prepare & implement account-specific strategies to ensure sales and profit targets are met.
* Manage financials including account P&L, Fixed Costs, R&A`s, GIV & Margin.
* Negotiate customer-based commercial issues & opportunities.
* Use data to drive insights to improve business performance/profitability.
* Identify opportunities to refine business processes.
* Develop appropriate supply chain strategies to maximise in-store availability/growth.
* Nurture close cross functional collaboration with colleagues throughout AkzoNobel.
Job Requirements
* Track-record of delivering sustained growth in customer accounts.
* Extensive & proven commercial knowledge in sales.
* Thorough understanding of how to maximise profitable growth.
* Experience in leading cross-functional working teams.
What Makes You Stand Out
* Excellent communication, negotiation & interpersonal skills.
* Enjoys a collaborative working environment where supporting colleagues is key.
* Willingness to take on new challenges & develop.
* University degree.
* Full driving licence.
What do we Offer at AkzoNobel
We offer great personal development opportunities and roles with breadth, depth of scope and impact. We also offer comprehensive packages including:
* Competitive Salary (depending on experience).
* 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays.
* Income protection.
* Staff discount at Dulux Decorator Centre stores.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Employee Life Assurance.
* Company pension.
* Product discounts.
* Flexible benefits scheme offering benefits including Gymflex, retail card, dental cover and more!
We have been inventing the future for more than two centuries and need people like you to be part of the team. Apply online via the link and we will get right back to you.
We are advocates of a healthy work life balance and mental wellbeing. We are happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Additional pay:
* Bonus scheme
* Performance bonus
* Yearly bonus
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
* Store discount
* Work from home
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
* Can you please confirm your salary expectations?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Slough
Application deadline: 12/11/2024
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