Retail Account Manager
Our client, a leading supplier of dairy products to retail, is recruiting an ambitious and experienced Retail Account Manager.
Main Responsibilities:
* Manage a major FMCG retail account based out of the Dublin office.
* Be the point of contact for a team of buyers from various categories.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with each category buyer.
* Consistently achieve and exceed sales revenue and margin targets and KPIs.
* Research and develop business opportunities and introduce new products to buyers.
* Provide accurate and timely information and reports to management.
* Liaise with in-house administration and stock control administration to ensure full availability of key lines in all stores.
* Forecast product sales on a weekly basis.
* Monitor day-to-day orders and deliveries.
* Plan and implement product promotions.
Requirements:
* Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role selling food products in the FMCG retail sector.
* A proven track record in selling, with knowledge and established relationships in the food industry.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a proven ability to establish, develop, and maintain long-term relationships with customers and stakeholders.
* Good organisation and time management skills - ability to organise your work to maximise effectiveness and efficiency.
* Good computing skills, including some experience of using Excel and Word.