Key Account Manager

Kinetic PLC are currently seeking a Senior Key Account Manager to join a leading Pharmaceutical FMCG manufacturing facility, based within the Castleford area, WF10.THIS IS A 12 MONTH CONTRACT COVERING MATERNITY LEAVE, MIGHT LEAD INTO A PERMANENT POSITION, DEPENDING ON CIRCUMSTANCES.Annual Salary: 65,000.25 Days Annual Leave (pro rata), plus Bank holidays.Standard office hours - Monday to Friday.The job is field based, so not based in the office. However, there would be an expectation to travel to the head office in Castleford a couple of times a month for sales and marketing meetings.Daily Tasks:Strategic Account Leadership: Lead and manage relationships with national grocery, high street and discount customers, acting as the senior escalation point for all customer issues and opportunities. Oversee the execution of Joint Business Plans (JBPs), Cost Price Increases (CPIs), and commercial contracts across the account base. Own and deliver against annual sales targets and revenue growth objectives across the account portfolio. Ensure accurate forecasting and budget management across accounts, contributing to overall PandL delivery. Drive strategic initiatives to support brand growth, distribution expansion, and commercial performance. Negotiate trade terms and pricing strategies with key retail partners, ensuring mutual value and long-term growth.Team Management: Line manage a team of Key Account Managers, providing coaching, development, and performance oversight. Foster a ..... full job details .....