Account Executive
Based in Worcestershire. Salary £20,000 to £25,000 + Benefits.
Company
An exciting opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading fresh produce producers as Account Executive has arisen. With a glowing reputation across the industry, the business has well established trading relationships across the retail, foodservice, and wholesale channels. The business specialises in the growing, supplying and delivering fresh fruit.
Operating from two UK sites they currently turnover in excess of £150m. The business pride themselves on offering the highest quality of service whilst ensuring investment in farming, people and their production facilities is maintained. Following significant growth, the business has created an opening for an Account Executive to join the team.
Role
As Account Executive, you will support the wider commercial team across a number of retail customer accounts including Coop, Sainsbury’s and Aldi. Reporting into the Senior National Account Manager you will work in a supportive yet autonomous environment. As well as working with the wider commercial team, you will liaise with the supply and procurement teams to ensure the best delivery to customers.
Key areas of responsibility include;
- To build and maintain customer relationships.
- To respond to customer queries and resolve any issues.
- To prepare daily order forecasts.
- To prepare and report on service level analysis.
- To prepare product briefs for the operations team.
- To analyse market data using Kantar WPO and prepare retailer presentations.
- To undertake and report on weekly retail reviews and customer bench marking.
- To maintain appropriate financial records.
- To provide general administrative support for account managers.
- To undertake any other duty commensurate with the role
Requirements
To be considered for this role you must be a driven and dynamic individual with a good level of commercial acumen. The successful candidate will ideally be degree educated with a minimum of two years work experience. You will be motivated to progress in a fast paced, forward thinking business. You will have strong IT and Excel skills. It is important you are self-motivated and have a keen eye for detail. The business is looking for a loyal individual that wants to be a real part of the company’s long-term plans and growth strategy.
If you would like any further information on this position, please contact Aidan Goodall on 01943 667 280 or aidan@fmcgselection.co.uk
