Key Account Manager

About the role

The successful candidate will lead the Key Accounts function for a world‑leading power‑tools manufacturer, focusing on high‑value retail and e‑commerce partners across East Anglia and the South East. You will be responsible for growing sales, margin and market share while strengthening strategic relationships with top customers.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive key‑account strategy for a defined portfolio of customers.
• Build and maintain relationships from senior executives to store‑level staff.
• Co‑create joint business plans that outline marketing support, training and growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure an exceptional customer experience.
• Negotiate win‑win commercial agreements and drive revenue targets.
• Deliver presentations, product demonstrations and written proposals to internal and external stakeholders.

Required profile

• Residence in the South East or East Anglia.
• Proven track record of achieving strong results with key‑account customers.
• Experience in multi‑channel sales (retail, online, distribution).
• Strategic mindset with the ability to identify creative business solutions.
• Familiarity with major retailers, merchants and distributors is preferred.

Required skills

• Advanced relationship‑building capabilities.
• High‑level negotiation and influencing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including board‑level presentations.

What we offer

• Competitive base salary plus performance‑based bonus.
• Fully expensed electric car.
• 25 days holiday and comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• Opportunities for personal development within a fast‑growing organisation.