About this Account Manager role at Saputo
At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?
At Saputo Dairy UK, we're proud to produce and market household names including Cathedral City, Clover, Country Life, Vitalite and Utterly Butterly, alongside a growing portfolio of dairy ingredients and dairy-free products.
We're looking for an ambitious Account Manager who is ready to take the next step in their career. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to expand their commercial expertise, gain exposure to nationally significant accounts, and play a key role in delivering growth across our customer portfolio.
Working with Booker and Costco, you'll have the opportunity to develop strategic customer relationships, contribute to category and innovation plans, and build the skills and experience needed for future progression within a leading FMCG organisation.
YOU'LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY...
- Managing and growing strategically important customer accounts, with responsibility for developing strong and trusted customer partnerships.
- Supporting the delivery of commercial plans across Booker and Costco while gaining exposure to a wider portfolio of customers as the role develops.
- Leading day-to-day customer engagement, building confidence in commercial negotiations and influencing key stakeholders both internally and externally.
- Working cross-functionally with Category, Marketing, Supply Chain and Finance teams to deliver exceptional customer solutions.
- Identifying opportunities for growth through category insight, promotional effectiveness, innovation and customer planning.
- Supporting and delivering Joint Business Plans (JBPs) that create long-term value for both Saputo Dairy UK and our customers.
- Developing your commercial and strategic capabilities through hands-on experience.
YOU'RE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU...
- Have experience within FMCG sales, account management, category, commercial or customer-facing roles and are eager to continue developing your career.
- Are motivated by learning and enjoy taking ownership of customer relationships and commercial projects.
- Have strong relationship-building and communication skills, with the confidence to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
- Enjoy working collaboratively across functions to deliver shared business goals.
- Are commercially curious and interested in developing a deeper understanding of customer strategy, category management and P&L performance.
- Can analyse data and turn insights into actions that support growth opportunities.
- Are organised, proactive and excited by the challenge of managing multiple priorities.
WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH…
Company Car
Private Health Care
Annual bonus scheme up to 15% (paid quarterly)
Flexible and hybrid working approach
Autonomous and inclusive working environment
Opportunities for progression within the UK and overseas
Enhanced employer pension contributions
Health cash plan - claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care etc.
Access to Thrive 24-hours a day - a leading and NHS clinically approved app which focuses on general wellbeing
Long service recognised every 5 years
Life assurance up to 4 x contractual pay
Discounted branded products
Free, onsite parking
Subsidised staff restaurant
25 holidays + 8 bank holidays
One paid workday a year to volunteer for a local community or charitable institutions of your choice
Opportunity to swap traditional UK holidays for dates significant to your cultural and religious beliefs
My Staff Shop - access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings - providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers.
For additional information on our benefits please go to uk.saputo.com/en/carees/employee-benefits
We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.
To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.
Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CV’s supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.
In the UK, Saputo is a producer of leading British food brands and value-added ingredients. We manufacture a range of cheeses, dairy spreads, and dairy-free products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands including Cathedral City, Clover, Country Life, Frylight and Wensleydale.
Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success.
You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.
