Key Account Executive

Bracknell Permanent £35,000 - £40,000 per year View Job Description
As a Distributor Sales Specialist, you will manage and develop distributor relationships across multiple European markets, driving sales growth, profitability and market share through strategic account management and performance analysis.
  • Work with European distributor networks, international experience not required
  • Regular European travel provides variety

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognised organisation within automotive with a strong reputation for innovation, quality and customer satisfaction.

Operating across international markets, the business works closely with an established network of distributors and partners to deliver market-leading products and services.

The organisation promotes a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and commercial excellence, providing employees with opportunities to make a meaningful impact.

With a commitment to flexibility, diversity and professional development, our client offers an engaging and supportive working environment for ambitious professionals.

Job Description

  • Manage relationships with assigned distributors across multiple European territories.
  • Monitor and assess distributor performance using commercial scorecards and key business metrics.
  • Analyse sales volumes, market share and profitability to identify trends and opportunities.
  • Develop and implement action plans to improve distributor performance and business results.
  • Support annual budgeting, forecasting and performance review processes.
  • Identify business challenges and recommend effective commercial countermeasures.
  • Ensure local distributor strategies remain aligned with wider regional sales and marketing objectives.
  • Negotiate commercial initiatives to maximise sales growth and profitability.
  • Support pricing and product strategies across assigned markets.
  • Ensure governance standards, financial controls and brand guidelines are maintained.
  • Act as the key point of contact between distributors and internal business functions.
  • Collaborate with quality, technical and aftersales teams to resolve issues effectively.
  • Support dealer network development and market growth initiatives.
  • Prepare reports, presentations and business reviews for key stakeholders.
  • Travel regularly across Europe to strengthen relationships and support business performance.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Distributor Sales Specialist should have:

  • Previous experience in sales management, account management or distributor management within an international environment.
  • Strong commercial awareness and analytical capability.
  • Proven ability to drive sales growth, profitability and business performance.
  • Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong negotiation and influencing abilities.
  • Experience developing and implementing commercial plans.
  • Ability to analyse complex data and identify actionable insights.
  • Strong budgeting, forecasting and performance management experience.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work effectively across multiple countries and cultures.
  • A proactive, results-oriented approach with strong problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word skills.
  • Experience working with distributor networks or channel partners would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Bracknell HQ; hybrid, 3 days per week, Friday 1pm finish... 8-4pm
  • Permanent position with a leading international organisation
  • International travel and exposure across European markets, twice per month
  • Opportunity to work with senior commercial stakeholders.
  • Diverse and commercially focused role with broad responsibilities
  • Access to training and ongoing learning opportunities.
  • Dynamic role within a respected and growing international business.
Contact
Catherine De Sousa
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7079535
Phone number
+44 1932 264019

Job summary

Job function
Sales
Subsector
Travel / Leisure / Hospitality
Sector
Retail
Where
Bracknell
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Catherine De Sousa
Consultant phone
+44 1932 264019
Job reference
JN-082026-7079535