Grocery Account Controller

Job Location	East Midlands
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	£65,000 - £70,000 per annum
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent, full-time

Job Description

The CompanyOur retained client is a entrepreneurial fast growth JV subsidiary of a larger global corporate selling branded beauty tools and accessories to all the major UK retailers, including the grocery multiples.The RoleTo manage all of their existing business with the Grocery Multiples and oversee all of the other accounts by managing and supporting the direct reports. You will develop a strategic sales plan for the business that reflects management of the existing portfolioand to deliver growth from their existing business as well as targeting new business.The PersonThe successful candidate MUST have recent UK retail grocery sales experience in any FMCG category and experience and a background of sales and account management in a similar role within FMCG is essential.

A very high level of commercial acumen with an ability to clearly demonstrate anunderstanding of financials (P&L, budgets, profitability and margins)
Highly numeratewith analysing, interpreting and presenting consumer data.
Proven track record of success in terms of sales and profit growth.
Provide evidence of achievement of sales and profit targets, increase in turnover of an established client base and expansion of portfolio.
Able to demonstrate a real passion for the "Beauty’ category
Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written with a creative flair for preparing and delivering outstanding and sales focussed presentations
Willing and able to travel nationally on a regular basis with overnight stays if necessary.
Willing and able to have a strong presence in the office as well as customer facing.
Ability to demonstrate fast, logical, commerciality
Must be able to drive and own a car.

The Rewards

Salary to c £75,00
Car allowance
Bonus
Pension

Remote role with 1 day a week in the office ( East Midlands)

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