DS Smith

Strategic Account Manager

DS Smith

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Remote • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

About the role

  • Focus on delivering the Sales strategy, goals and performance
  • Work to delight customers by showcasing sustainable and innovative packaging solutions
  • Create opportunities as part of the Business Development Team
  • Build & strengthen relationships with Global Brands
  • Liaise with senior stakeholders and directors to lead and develop business
  • Maintain business in line with growth strategy
  • Provide regular commercial and service reports and updates
  • Responsible for tender updates and new proposals
  • Collaborate with internal colleagues within Procurement, Design, Innovation and Productivity to support account strategy and plans

Requirements

  • Proven success, knowledge, and experience in a Strategic Account Management role within FMCG
  • Packaging product experience desirable but will welcome experience in other areas
  • Demonstratable management & leadership experience
  • A Full driving license
  • A strong ability to work independently & remotely with travel as needed
  • Strong business acumen and negotiation skills with the ability to deal with conflict and challenge both externally and internally
  • Proven success, knowledge, and experience of analysing and initiating actions based on financial insights and understanding
  • Ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders around the business
  • Ability to deliver dynamic & professional presentations
Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Company Car/Car allowance
  • Sales bonus scheme
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Employee Discounts
  • Cycle to work scheme

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
Strategic Account ManagementBusiness DevelopmentFinancial AnalysisNegotiationPresentation Skills
Soft skills
Relationship BuildingLeadershipIndependent WorkBusiness AcumenConflict Resolution
Certifications
Full Driving License