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Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don''t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.To succeed at pladis you need to bepurpose-led,resilientandpositiveto succeed here because we expect pace andagility, we insist oncollaborationand demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impactClick "Apply" to get started.What will this role achieve? Please note: This role is on a 12-Month FTC, the role is also on a homebased contract. Are you looking for a high profile with breadth and the opportunity to really make a difference?Thepladissales team is at the heart of our business. We encourage entrepreneurship, and we really do deliver on career development. Our culture is one of thinking big, acting fast. We are crafting the FMCG landscape by being innovative, finding solutions and partnering our customers to help grow their businesses, and we are certainly thriving on itAs Business Account Manager, you will take full P&L accountability for the B&M account worth 25M. You will have full responsibility for account and relationship management, ensuring a reputable relationship with our customer and a commercial mindset to continue the flow of business.What will be your key deliverables? Full ownership and accountability of Biscuits & SnacksFull P&L management including forecasting and delivery of monthly sales/profit targetsA winning JBP to be built, negotiated and deliveredManagement of up to one direct report with responsibility of Sales Operations for the total Discounter teamFocus on your direct reports targets and developmentBuild winning relationships with all Buyers and being able to handle combative conversations and turning them back to collaborativeBuild a short and long term strategy to win in UK Bargains, on-boarding internal functions to ensure execution of winning growth and share plans for pladisImplement the plan using negotiation skills, creativity and energySet high standards for internal reporting and performance reviewsConduct store visits, reporting on pladis, competitor and adjacent categories to build winning plansBring your experience. EssentialProven experience in a customer facing role and handling tough conversationsDriven individual and creativity to challenge the status quo internally and externallyWorking autonomously and a team towards a common goalProblem solving and solution orientatedEye for detail to hold the customers to account vs internal forecastingNegotiation training & experienceCreative flare to turn challenges into opportunitiesBranded experience (as opposed to Retailer Brand).What will the interview process be? Initial Telephone call with Talent Acquisition 1st stage interview 45 minutes competency-based interview based on our company values and your experiences.2nd stage interview 60 minutes a technical interview to understand your skill set/case study or presentation interview. pladis does also use both Psychometric and Aptitude tests to support our processes so you may be asked to complete these as part of your process. Some processes may differ, but we will keep you updated What does pladis offer you? Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) this is the business''s annual bonus scheme.Opportunity to self-enrol into Health Cash PlanPrivate medical Insurance (if eligible by grade)Enhanced parental leave and a supportive phased return-to-work program to help colleagues balance family and career.Stakeholder Pension SchemeLife Assurance Cover ~ upon enrolment to Stakeholder Pension Scheme25 days + bank holidaysHoliday Enhancement Scheme1 Volunteering Day per yearCycle to work schemeDiscounted gym membership Carlisle and Chiswick onlyDiscount and Cashback Scheme make your everyday spending work hard for you on major high street brands, supermarkets and servicesAccess to Employee Assistance ProgrammeFinancial Wellbeing SupportAccess to great training and development opportunitiesOur Values Purpose led We''re energised and guided by our purpose to bring happiness with every biteAgile We''re ever evolving, we never stand still, always improving for our customers and our consumers.Positive We''re highly motivated optimistic, courageous, and we inspire each other to be better Resilient - We''re persistent in the face of setbacks, quick to adapt, learn and move forward Collaborative We gain strength from operating as one pladis, winning and succeeding togetherBest mix of ingredients pladis is an equal opportunities employer, like every great recipe we''re a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work that''s as diverse as our consumers and the communities we support, live and work in, all around the world. Where every voice is heard, and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives and new ideas help us grow and thrive.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business.We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.