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Job Description

Commercial Account Manager – Netherlands & UK Monday you agree next month’s promotion with a Dutch customer. Thursday you’re in the UK, walking a buyer through volumes for the coming quarter. You run a portfolio of FMCG accounts in two markets, and you are measured on what they deliver. What You Do Manage and grow your own portfolio of accounts in the Netherlands and the UK. Negotiate prices, promotions, payment terms and delivery conditions with your customers. Open new accounts and find upselling opportunities within your existing ones. Build account plans and steer on your turnover and margin targets. Follow up on invoicing and payments, so every deal also ends in cash. What You Work With Customers in the Netherlands and the UK: wholesalers, retailers FMCG across our categories: food, beverages, personal care, home care and beauty Traders, buyers and our warehouse in Drunen, which handles packaging, labelling and order fulfilment Systems: ERP/CRM You report to the Sales Manager What You Get Your own accounts and your own account plans, from your first month. Your turnover and margin are visible every month, and so is your part in them. An assortment sourced through a group that is active in 75+ countries. Grow path to Senior Key Account Manager How You Work Do it, own it: you follow a deal from negotiation through to payment. You pick up the phone or visit the customer, instead of waiting for the next order. Benefits 25 days of leave annually, with the option to purchase an additional days. Professional Development: Access to LinkedIn Learning and a dedicated team to support your personal and professional growth. Gourmet Dining: Delight in meals prepared by our talented, international private chefs. Weekly Socials: Unwind with drinks and snacks every Friday at our in-house bar. Exclusive Events: Participate in our renowned Summer and Christmas parties, featuring activities like go-karting and boat rentals. Travel Reimbursement: We cover your commuting expenses to and from the office. Diversity Celebration: Celebrate our vibrant workplace with over 47 nationalities. Health and Wellness: Fresh fruit available daily. Employee Referral Program: Earn rewards for referring qualified candidates. Industry Engagement: Opportunities to attend trade shows and industry events. Dynamic Work Culture: Be part of a young, ambitious, and international team. Autonomous Environment: Thrive in an independent and supportive work setting. Retirement Plans: Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan. Office Ambiance: Experience a vibrant atmosphere with a Sonos on each floor. How It Works You’ll get an instant confirmation and hear from us within 5 working days. Then a short call, followed by an interview with the hiring manager and followed up with a business case the week after. If it’s a match on both sides, we make you an offer. What You Bring Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field Experience: Minimum of 2 years in account management or sales (FMCG preferred) Track Record: Proven success in managing high-value client relationship Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities with a data-driven mindset Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skill Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel Languages: Full proficiency in English

Core Responsibilities

Manage and grow a portfolio of FMCG accounts in the Netherlands and the UK, negotiating commercial terms and identifying new business and upselling opportunities. Develop account plans, meet turnover and margin targets, and follow deals through invoicing and payment.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field and at least two years of account management or sales experience are required, preferably in FMCG. Candidates should have a record of managing high-value client relationships, strong analytical and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office—especially Excel—and full proficiency in English.

Benefits

• 25 Days Of Annual Leave
• Option To Purchase Additional Leave
• Professional Development
• LinkedIn Learning
• Meals Prepared By Private Chefs
• Weekly Social Events
• Summer And Christmas Parties
• Travel Reimbursement
• Fresh Fruit
• Employee Referral Rewards
• Trade Show And Industry Event Opportunities
• Pension Plan