Key Account Manager

Job Description

Employment: Full Time Job Title Key Account ManagerDuties & ResponsibilitiesUnder the supervision of the Channel Manager, build the joint business plan with the account(s).Contribute to the commercial vision by sharing account perspective, risks and opportunities.Build, accurately forecasts and achieve the account (s) results: turnover, market share, profit.Plan all growth drivers accordingly.Prepare and lead the Account (s) negotiations, escalating when relevant.Build the action plan to implement the Division and channel strategy. Ensure it execution and tracking down to store level and sell out.Suggest plan adaptation when needed.Mange the promo allowance budget.Act as the expert of the account to feed a retailer-centric account planning process, to ensure as much alignment as possible ,Builds a retailer specific development plan, and a compelling story to get retailer buying in.Build a deep customer intelligence and strong network with key stakeholders at the retailers.Work closely with other departments (Supply, Trade Marketing, Finance, Marketing) Connect Account key stakeholder of all functions with their LOral counterpart.Ensure the consistency of LOral voices when speaking to the retailer.Inform and alert management to significant initiatives in the fieldExecute activity plan (promotions) by retailer in line with the brands priorities, negotiate (space, visibility, promotions) and implement in store execution through the field team and analyze sell-out panel to identify gaps and opportunities and put the right action plan with the sales teamPrepare negotiate and implement annual business development agreement (BDA) with the retailersCoordinate and align with the Trade Marketing, Merchandiser and sales team and ensure an efficient merchandising implementationOversee the collection process and ensure on time payment as per the company policyConduct monthly/quarterly business reviews with retailers (HO/Store level) to align on business developmentKeeping track on the credit note issued per retailer.Meeting with potential customers and identify business opportunitiesListing new launches on time and following up on the distribution REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge & ExperienceAt least 7 years of working experience in the sales field in the consumer goods industry is required for this position.Solid sales experience with a track record of developing customers and peopleSkills & AbilitiesMaster commercial fundamentalsUp-to-date with market, consumers & competitorsPursue turnover and profit optimizationCustomer centric approachMonitor sell in and sell-out excellence and drive business with retailersNegotiation and ability to build selling proposition and create win win situationsSupport company image and position in the market and ensure ethical compliance

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For more than a century, we have devoted our energy and our competencies solely to one business: beauty. We have chosen to offer our expertise in the service of women and men worldwide, meeting the infinite diversity of their beauty desires. We are committed to fulfilling this mission ethically and responsibly.