Account Manager Packaging - Louth, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom - DS Smith

    DS Smith
    DS Smith Louth, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    About us

    DS Smith provides innovative packaging and Point of Sale solutions, paper products and recycling services with a commitment to sustainability and a circular economy.

    Our core purpose is to Redefine Packaging for a Changing World, and our expert teams work closely with like-minded partners to incorporate renewable resources for products that minimize our environmental impact, reduce complexity, and increase profitability through supply chain optimization.

    About the role

    We have a fabulous opportunity for a pro-active and driven individual to join as an Account Manager for the UK Packaging - Southern Division.

    This would be a perfect opportunity for an ambitious, customer focused individuals to come and be part of this amazing team

    Working with a wide range of internal stakeholder and customers, you will use your skill and experience to lead, develop, win, and maintain business from the FMCG and industrial sectors, in line with our growth strategy.

    This is a customer facing role and therefore suit someone who strives for customer satisfaction, loyalty and delivering a customer experience that exceeds our customers' expectations.

    As a strong sales professional, you will manage the account plan, monitor progress against agreed plans and devise alternative solutions as required.

    This role will work closely with the wider Sales team and Site teams to ensure we are maximising opportunities within the market, whilst driving efficiencies and a culture of innovation.

    You will be home-based but there is a strong focus on travelling to meet customers and teams at our sites - which can cover the Northampton, Peterborough & Midlands areas.

    So, if you have experience within an account management role, have the energy and proactiveness to work in in a fast-paced role and are eager for a new challenge - then we might be looking for you
    About you
    Proven success, knowledge, and experience in an Account Management role within FMCG- packaging product experience desirable but will welcome experience in other areas
    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
    Car allowance
    Sales bonus scheme
    25 days holiday plus bank holidays
    Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
    Sharesave scheme
    Employee Assistance Programme
    Employee Discounts
    Cycle to work scheme

    Location:

    This is a full time, home-based role with travel to sites in the south of England but predominantly in the Midlands area.