Group Account Manager (d/f/m)

Introduction

Job Purpose

This role exists to develop the customer and channel strategy for the Foods category across key retail groups and the value-channel segment, driving long-term business development as part of the Sales Foods team.

You’ll be part of a team that believes in doing work that matters — for people and the planet.

Because here, we don’t just hire for jobs. We invite you to be part of something bigger.

Tasks

• ​​Develop a three‑year Foods channel strategy for major retail groups and key value‑channel customers.
• Lead Key Account Managers in sales‑fundamentals analyses and creation of joint customer business plans.
• Influence internal and external stakeholders to secure resources and enable data‑driven growth across all channels.
• Deliver revenue, profit and market‑share targets for all assigned customers.
• Capture value, share insights, and apply learnings across the German market and the business‑unit team.
• Prepare and lead annual business‑planning sessions and negotiation meetings in alignment with category and customer teams.

Profile

• ​​University degree in business administration, economics, marketing, sales management or another relevant field.
• 3–4 years of experience in sales or customer‑facing roles (e.g., Account Management).
• At least 2 years of experience in brand building, customer and channel development, or related commercial functions.
• Field force management experience is a plus.
• Strong commercial skills: Category management expertise, data analytics (e.g., Nielsen, GfK) and ability to turn insights into actions.
• Cross‑functional collaboration & influencing: Ability to align and mobilize teams across functions and seniority levels.
• Negotiation & stakeholder management: Proven experience leading key customer negotiations and managing strategic relationships.
• Digital commerce knowledge: Ability to apply modern digital‑commerce practices to drive channel performance.
• Language skills: Fluent in German and English.

We offer

• 38-hour work week with flexible hours and the option for remote work
• 30 days of vacation plus December 24th and 31st off
• Meal allowance: €65 per month
• Access to Manager Check‑Ups – Optional executive‑level health screenings to support long‑term well‑being and performance
• In-house café: snacks, lunch, and coffee specialties at discounted prices
• Discounts via Corporate Benefits
• Deutschland Ticket: €50 monthly subsidy or a discounted company bike
• Free training opportunities and access to our own learning platform
• E-GYM/Wellpass for €20 per month & free corporate health management & a 24/7 counseling service
• And the best for last – unlimited ice cream!

Further Information

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