T2P Recruitment Ltd
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
Account Executive (Food / FMCG) Step into Account Management Are you ready to move out of field sales or a junior commercial role and into account management? If you re currently in a customer-facing role within food, FMCG or retail, have a genuine passion for Food and you re starting to feel ready for more ownership, more commercial exposure, and a genuine step into account management this could be exactly what you ve been waiting for We re working with a well-established, privately owned food business based in the Midlands. They re not corporate, they re relationship-led, fast-paced, and genuinely invest in developing their people. This role has been created to bring someone in at the right level and support them in building a long-term career within the business. THE ROLE You ll support and gradually take ownership of a portfolio of retail and wholesale customers, working closely with the commercial team to: Build strong, long-term customer relationships Support account performance, forecasting and delivery Be involved in customer conversations and reviews Identify opportunities to grow and develop accounts Work cross-functionally with internal teams Over time, you ll develop into a more autonomous, account-facing role with real ownership. WHO THIS SUITS This role is ideal for someone currently working as a: Territory Sales Executive Field Sales Representative Retail Development Executive Account Executive / Junior commercial role who is now looking to take the next step into account management. WHAT THEY RE LOOKING FOR A genuine passion for FOOD! Exposure to food, FMCG, retail or a related environment Experience in a customer-facing role Strong communication and relationship-building skills A proactive, hands-on approach A genuine desire to learn, develop and grow within a business You don t need to already be an Account Manager this is about potential. WHY THIS ROLE? Clear pathway into account management Supportive, close-knit team Exposure to a range of customers (retail & wholesale) A business where people tend to stay and build careers Highly competitive salary + car allowance + bonus + exceptional benefits Remote role with 1 day a week in the office (Coventry) CALL TO ACTION If you re ready to step into something with more ownership and long-term potential, I d love to have a confidential chat.