Regional Business Development - NL/UK - FMCG

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