Account Controller (SNAM - Retail

Account Controller (SNAM) - Retail

Midlands based

Up to £60k

Our client:

• We are working with a trusted provider of regulatory and compliance advice to the Food & Drink and Retail sectors
• They work collaboratively with their clients to provide expert advice, training, and consultation services across all aspects of food law, product innovation, new market expansion; to ensure clients & end consumers make safe, informed choices
• They are now recruiting an Account Controller to manage one to the UK’s leading Retailers, to co-ordinate all aspects of the service to ensure their needs are met

The role:

• As Account Controller you will build a professional, approachable team who love what they do, are open to new ideas and take an honest, straight forward approach to delivering exceptional service
• Surrounded by a versatile team of experts with a unique blend of manufacturing, retail, enforcement and commercial experience to provide advice, you will nurture the client relationship, optimise opportunities and deliver against identified targets
• Key will be building a client partnership mentality, always seeking to consolidate connections and build confidence & trust within the client base in order to grow client advocacy
• Within this role you will constantly seek a seat at the top table! Having the ear and respect of senior Retail contacts advising them with ‘Right First Time’ information

Ideal candidate:

• Ideally, you’ll have operated with major retail customers within a National Account Management role in the Food Industry
• Hold degree level educational qualifications in food or regulatory subject with sound technical knowledge, or able to demonstrate excellent relevant experience
• In-depth regulatory and/or technical knowledge in area of responsibility, including codes of practice, policies and guidance
• Previous successful hires had National Account Management experience within innovative, Own-label food areas where pace, innovation and technical operations understanding is high

Benefits & details:

• £50-60k plus package
• Ideally Midlands based – Post-covid ways of working in Retailer head office (Midlands) 2-3 days / week; home 2 days

Whilst we would like to respond to all our on-line applicants, regrettably we are unable to do so due to the high volumes we receive. If you do not hear back within 14 days unfortunately the relevant consultant has decided not to progress with your application. For alternative opportunities please visit our website or Linked Group.

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