Account Manager

4 Days Old

We work with some of the most prestigious and well-known names in the hospitality sector providing specialist procurement services to a wide range of hotels, restaurants, contract caterers, pubs and leisure groups. We provide business consultancy, advice, technology and hands-on support, maximising profitability for our clients by improving the way that products are sourced and managed.

We now have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Account Manager to join our team to manage the day-to-day relationships with our clients; working with General Managers, Chefs and other key stakeholders to develop the account and identify opportunities to add further value, meeting with them regularly to review supplier performance and KPI dashboards and bringing insight from markets to help those businesses make better-informed menu and purchasing decisions. This is a full-time role (40 hours per week) office/home/field-based with travel throughout the UK required. The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate the following experiences and skills:

Experience in account management / customer care roles
Proven ability to influence and develop strong relationships
Excellent listener with the skills to really understand and establish clients’ needs
Honed interpersonal skills
Excellent level of IT competence including Microsoft Windows Software such as Excel & PowerPoint
High level of attention to detail
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to organise and prioritise workload, including ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
Excellent problem-solving skills with the tenacity to ensure quick and satisfactory resolutions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience of building strong relationships across all levels of stakeholders
Quick to learn and adaptable
Experience in the Hospitality and Out of Home eating market
Experience of working at operator/chef level
Experience of Hospitality P2P systems
Proven ability to engage at a senior level

In return, you will receive:

33 days holiday (including bank holidays) which increases with service
Pension Scheme
Company pension
On-site parking
Work from home (Friday)

Education:

A-Level or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

Account management: 1 year (preferred)
Food industry: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Milton Keynes MK13 8LD

Seniority level

Seniority level
Entry level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Sales and Business Development
Industries
Hospitality and Food and Beverage Services

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