US Account Manager

The Work Shop are pleased to be working with a global supplier and designer of luxury packaging within the food gifting space. If you are a creative and experienced Account Manager with previous FMCG experience then this could be a great opportunity for you to get involved with a creative, innovative, award winning Company to deal with some of the United State’s leading retailers and food manufacturers Duties of Account Manager:- * Working with our International Business Development Manager and our Directors on developing new business * Building and developing relationships with key accounts * Identifying opportunities, then pitching for and winning new business with existing and new customers, including many of the US major mass market retailers * Contributing and overseeing relevant New Product Development to do so, including briefing the art team and managing customer design feedback * Managing all commercials for each project, remaining competitive whilst ensuring profitability and margins are maintained * Coordinating all customer requirements and ensure all deadlines are met, from point of order through to delivery, working together with a project manager * Liaise with internal stakeholders including warehouse, logistics, marketing & finance teams, and submitting required information to progress projects * Managing external suppliers during the course of projects A background in FMCG is essential for the Account Manager role and you will also require:- * A proven background working with retailers to grow and develop business * A great communication style with the ability to engage with customers * Strong commercial outlook * Great negotiation skills * A creative flair would be beneficial with a passion for design This is a full time, office-based role and due to location a driving licence and car is essential Working hours are 09am to 5pm Monday to Friday although some flexibility may be required Generous starting salary dependent on experience