Key Account Manager Kings Langley

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Distributor, wholesaler, publisher of gift books and kid’s books

Two full-time (possibly one part-timer) Key Account Managers;
Office-based:
Kings Langley, Hertfordshire

Allsorted is recruiting two Key Account Managers to take responsibility for a portfolio of established national and multi-site retail accounts, and to drive further significant growth developing new business.

This is a senior, office-based role, suited to an experienced account manager with a strong understanding of the card & gift or book trade or associated retail sectors
, and a track record of working directly with buying teams at head-office level.

The role sits within a developing key account team structure
, where several team members collectively support and develop individual customers. The successful candidate will be comfortable working collaboratively, taking ownership of their areas of responsibility while contributing to a joined-up, well-coordinated customer relationship.

You will manage key customer relationships, lead commercial discussions, and develop well-considered ranges across gift books and children’s books. The role requires a balance of commercial instinct, range sense, stick-to-it-ness, and disciplined follow-through.

Experience supplying department store groups, garden centre groups, visitor attraction retailers, challenging national accounts, and online retailers will be particularly relevant.

• Managing and developing national key accounts as part of a wider account team
• Leading negotiations on ranges, pricing, and promotions
• Identifying and delivering growth opportunities
• Preparing and presenting clear, data-led proposals
• Working closely with internal colleagues to ensure consistent excellence in execution & service.

• An experienced Key Account Manager
• Commercially astute, organised, and credible with buyers
• Comfortable working in a team-based account structure
• Confident using Excel and Power Point
• Reliable, detail-focused, and comfortable working at pace

These positions are office-based in Kings Langley and offer a competitive salary, bonuses, and the opportunity to play a central role in a well-established and growing distributor.