Key Account Manager

CK Group are recruiting for a Key Account Manager to join a global pharmaceutical company on a contract basis for 12 months.

Salary:

Paying up to £34.11 per hour PAYE

Key Account Manager Role:

• Lead and manage relationships with national grocery, high street and discount customers, acting as the senior escalation point for all customer issues and opportunities.
• Oversee the execution of Joint Business Plans (JBPs), Cost Price Increases (CPIs), and commercial contracts across the account base.
• Own and deliver against annual sales targets and revenue growth objectives across the account portfolio.
• Ensure accurate forecasting and budget management across accounts, contributing to overall P&L delivery.
• Drive strategic initiatives to support brand growth, distribution expansion, and commercial performance.
• Negotiate trade terms and pricing strategies with key retail partners, ensuring mutual value and long-term growth.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders including marketing, trade marketing, customer solutions, and the OTC director to deliver against the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
• Represent the OTC team in senior commercial forums and contribute to strategic decision-making.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform strategic decisions and identify new opportunities.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement across account management practices.

• Proven experience in national account management at a senior level within FMCG or OTC sectors.
• Demonstrated success in leading negotiations.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent negotiation, commercial, and strategic planning skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders internally and externally.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and drive actionable insights.
• Experience managing UK retailer accounts and executing JBPs.
• Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced

Our clients aim is to be a global leader in generics and biopharmaceuticals, improving the lives of patients across the world.

Location:

This role is field-based but you will be required to attend sales and marketing meetings in Castleford twice a month.

Apply:

For more information, or to apply for this Key Account Manager role please contact the Key Accounts Team on 01438 870011 or email pharmacontracts@ckagroup.co.uk. Please quote reference 158471.

Please note:

This role may be subject to a satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK