Key Account Manager

DescriptionABOUT YOUWere looking for an experienced Key Account Manager to take the lead in managing and expanding relationships with some of our most valued clients. You will act as the main point of contact for strategic accounts working closely with technical teams and business development colleagues to identify growth opportunities manage renewals and ensure seamless delivery of certification projects.Required skills and experience:Proven success managing large complex or multinational accounts within the food certification testing inspection or compliance sectorsStrong track record of both retaining strategic clients and winning new businessExcellent commercial negotiation skills and contract management experienceStrategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term client development and short-term sales targetsExceptional relationship-building skills with credibility at senior stakeholder levels (e.g. Quality Directors Procurement Heads Technical Managers)Strong CRM discipline (preferably Salesforce Dynamics or HubSpot) with experience in pipeline management and forecastingComfortable working in a matrix environment and collaborating across functions and geographiesABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYWere seeking an experienced and driven Key Account Manager to join our growing this pivotal role youll be responsible for managing and developing relationships with our most important clients ensuring they receive outstanding service expert guidance and tailored certification solutions that add real value to their operations.Key activities:Manage a portfolio of key multinational and enterprise-level accounts within the food certification sectorDevelop and execute strategic account plans to deliver revenue growth client satisfaction and long-term partnership valueAct as the primary commercial contact for all key client stakeholders ensuring consistent communication responsiveness and trustIdentify and pursue opportunities to expand business with existing accounts through additional sites services or geographiesDevelop new business opportunities with prospective clients that fit the companys growth strategy in food certificationLead client negotiations prepare proposals and manage bids to secure new contracts and renewalsTrack and report on pipeline development forecasting and win/loss analysis using CRM tools.Work closely with Operations Technical and Delivery teams to ensure seamless service and contract executionMaintain high standards of CRM usage ensuring all opportunities interactions and forecasts are accurate and up to dateProduce reports and dashboards that provide visibility of account performance revenue trends and client satisfaction metricsMonitor and manage client satisfaction and service quality in collaboration with delivery teamsLead regular business reviews with clients to demonstrate value address issues and identify growth opportunitiesWHAT WE OFFERJoin Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision pace and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better ensuring the quality safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.Competitive salary/benefitsDevelopment and career opportunities around the GlobeWorking in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environmentWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race colour religion sex or national origin.Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills IT Hardware,Ado,Agriculture,Market Research,Art And Craft Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1