Key Account Manager - FMCG Startup

Key Account Manager:

The Key Account Manager role is perfect for candidates looking to learn about sales and business development at an early stage startup. This role will be responsible for our end to end sales strategy. Unique opportunity to build the strategy from a blank slate and execute to fruition. We are seeking individuals with strong business acumen and interpersonal skills. Ideal candidates are self-driven, passionate and committed to learning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Identify and qualify new opportunities for partnerships

- Diligently manage existing clients to build strong relationships

- Develop sales strategy for online and offline channels

- Execute sales strategy to meet targets

- Prepare regular reports of progress and forecasts

- Work closely with Marketing, Operations and Accounts teams

WHO YOU ARE:

- Masters degree preferred

- 7+ years experience as a category manager or key accounts manager at a D2C brand

- Experience working with multiple marketplaces

- Experience with cold calling, negotiating and closing deals

- Data-driven and analytical

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Strong interpersonal skills

- Comfortable with ambiguity

- Enjoy taking initiative