Account Manager

Job Description Job Title: Account ManagerIndustry: Food ManufacturingLocation: DungannonAbout the RoleAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an Account Manager to join a growing commercial team within a fast-moving food manufacturing business.This role is ideal for someone a few years post-graduate with experience supporting or managing customer accounts within the food industry, who is now ready to take more ownership and progress their commercial career.Working closely with the Commercial Manager and cross-functional teams, you will help develop customer relationships, support account performance, and contribute to business growth across retail and food manufacturing customers.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the development and management of customer accounts within the food manufacturing sectorAssist in driving sales growth, margins, and overall account performancePrepare sales reports, forecasts, and performance updatesSupport promotional planning and commercial activity with customersAttend and contribute to customer review meetingsManage customer questionnaires, store visits, audits, and service level agreementsLiaise closely with NPD, Technical, and Production teams on product development and launchesSupport proposal writing and responses to customer enquiriesArrange and attend customer and prospective client meetingsMonitor competitor activity and market trendsAssist with continuous improvement projects and commercial initiativesHandle customer queries and complaints in a professional mannerCarry out additional reasonable duties as requiredWhat Were Looking ForDegree in a relevant discipline or at least 23 years relevant experienceExperience within the food manufacturing industryExposure to customer or account management, commercial support, or sales rolesRetail or major customer experience is advantageous but not essentialStrong commercial awareness and analytical skillsExcellent communication and relationship-building abilityWell organised with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesConfident working cross-functionally with internal teamsAble to work under pressure and meet deadlinesStrong written and spoken EnglishFlexible approach to working hours when required

Created: 2026-01-19