Key Account Manager

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An international consumer goods company is looking to strengthen its commercial team with a Key Account Manager to manage the retail customers in the German market. This is an exciting opportunity to take full ownership of a key national customers, translate strategy into action, and drive sustainable growth in a highly dynamic environment.

As Key Account Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of your customer, from strategic planning to operational execution. You will own the P&L, lead annual negotiations, and implement customer-specific growth initiatives in close collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Location: Heidelberg, Germany | Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days home Key Responsibilities Own the P&L, including budget planning, forecasting, and compliance with annual agreements Manage and develop key discount retailer relationships, including negotiations and business reviews Drive sales, revenue, and margin growth through targeted customer and promotional initiatives Optimize distribution, listings, pricing, and promotional effectiveness Execute key account strategies in collaboration with Trade Marketing and Marketing Monitor customer and market developments and support senior key account management in annual reviews Candidate Profile Degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or a comparable field 4+ years of experience in commercial roles, including at least 1 year in Key Account Management within FMCG or retail (LEH) Strong knowled