Junior Account Manager
Job description
Are you a people person with a flair for sales? Do you enjoy a fast-paced environment and love the challenge of hitting targets?
We’re on the lookout for driven and organised graduates – or individuals at a similar level – who are keen to kick-start their career in sales. If you’re excited by the idea of building relationships, solving problems, and developing business across international markets, this could be your ideal opportunity.
This is an entry-level role with real scope to grow. You’ll gain first-hand experience across the full sales process – from prospecting and negotiation through to account management and business development. You’ll rotate across different areas of the sales floor, building a solid understanding of our operations before partnering with an experienced International Account Manager. Together, you’ll help manage and grow your shared territory by opening new business and strengthening existing customer relationships.
You’ll play a key role in matching our constantly evolving product range to our customers’ needs – helping them find the right products at the best possible value.
If you’re a confident communicator, a natural multi-tasker, and someone who enjoys taking initiative, we’d love to hear from you.
What you’ll be doing
Supporting an International Account Manager with day-to-day account management tasks
Building and maintaining strong relationships across a broad customer base
Helping to identify and secure new business opportunities
Researching customers and markets to inform your approach
Developing your commercial awareness and understanding of the FMCG sector
Regularly reporting to the Senior Sales Support team
Assisting with the coordination of UK and international travel
Meeting key performance indicators (KPIs), including daily call targets
What we’re looking for
Essential:
A strong interest in starting a career in FMCG sales
Enthusiastic, entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to learn
Target-driven and motivated by results
Commercial awareness and good judgement
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Confident, clear communication – both written and spoken
Methodical approach with strong attention to detail
Proactive attitude and willingness to work both independently and as part of a team
Comfortable using Microsoft Office
Desirable:
- Language skills or experience living/working abroad – a big plus but not essential.
What’s in it for you
Achievable sales bonus scheme – based on growing and nurturing accounts
Generous company-wide bonus scheme
Flexible and hybrid working options to support your work-life balance
Westfield Health Cash Plan to support your well-being
Discounts from hundreds of retailers
Volunteer day to support a charity of your choice
Enhanced employer pension contributions
A clear path for progression for those who are ambitious and ready to grow with us
If you’re ready to take your first steps into the world of sales with the backing of a supportive and ambitious team, we’d love to hear from you.