Junior Account Manager

Fresh people are currently recruiting for a Junior Account Manager for our Fresh Produce client based in Wimbledon or Maidstone office, working full-time working closely with the Commercial Manager supporting the management and development of key customers delivering outstanding service management on behalf of the business whilst developing and building strong commercial relationships with their customers

The Person

Suitable candidates will have worked in procurement , sourcing or in a customer account , customer service management role before just starting out , with a firm understanding of the fresh produce industry willing to learn and develop their skills in support of the business, the customers and the commercial team

Role Requirements

* Provide market leading category management to support customer aims of sales and share growth

* Work within the team to implement, evolve and communicate a joint category plan for all required areas

* Achieve all sales, volume and margin targets within the account

* Provide on time weekly sales forecasting to the business

* Provide the business with accurate account information for the use in longer term forecasting and programming

* Work within the team to deliver constant out performance versus retail and supply competition

* Contribute creatively and technically towards the promotion and development of the product range

* Continuously evaluate the supply chain to identify cost savings and opportunities to improve the quality and freshness of the product.

* Liaise with internal departments (supply chain, procurement, technical, operations) to ensure quality and timely delivery of product

* Liaise with procurement and supply chain teams to address sourcing and availability issues

* Liaise with 3rd party packing sites to ensure clear communication and delivery

* Understand and communicate technical issues with the customer commercial team where necessary and liaise on these issues internally with technical and quality teams to achieve satisfactory resolution

* Develop and maintain an understanding of the market sector including consumer trends, competitor activity and product lines

* Support in the delivery of profitable business growth

* Ensure the adherence of administrative and financial systems and controls

* Provide summary information regarding sales, volumes, margins and prices as and when required

* Update internal and external stakeholder with relevant market data

If this role is exactly what you have been waiting for to kickstart your career in Fresh Produce then reach out today to discuss the role with us in more detail