Company Our client, a prominent distributor of well-known healthcare and beauty brands, is seeking a Client Manager to join their dynamic team.
With a strong presence in the Grocery, Convenience, Wholesale, and Pharmacy channels, they have earned multiple accolades for their success and company culture.
Due to the ongoing growth and achievements of the brands they represent, this exciting new role has been created to further strengthen client relationships and drive success.
Responsibilities As a Client Manager, you will proactively manage designated clients, serving as their key point of contact for all requirements.
Your responsibilities include managing client trade objectives, developing trade marketing plans, and chairing regular review face to face meetings.
You will collaborate with the National Account Managers and wider sales teams to develop category solutions and strategic brand/trade plans.
Additionally, you will coordinate range reviews, manage partnership marketing, oversee POSM materials, and handle ad hoc merchandising and trade marketing activities.
Requirements The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3 years' experience in the FMCG industry and a background in sales, trade marketing, category management, or insights.
It is essential to have experience working with clients and a solid understanding of the grocery trade sectors, including multiples, convenience, and discounters.
Proficiency in working with market data from IRI/Nielsen is highly desirable.
The candidate should possess advanced skills in the Microsoft Office package and demonstrate strong analytical abilities.
Benefits Competitive basic salary, 10% bonus, healthcare, life & pension
This role is hybrid working role with an expectation for the successful candidate to visit their Dorset head office 3 / 4 days per week.
For more information, please contact Aidan Goodall at FMCG Selection on 01943 667280