Account Manager (DIY/FMCG) – Remote-Working

Company: Hays
Apply for the Account Manager (DIY/FMCG) – Remote-Working
Location: Chichester
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will drive new business growth for a family-owned supplier in the automotive, grocery, and DIY sectors. You’ll work autonomously from home, meeting clients and managing the full sales cycle to expand presence in Grocery/DIY markets. You’ll own P&L, forecasts, and ongoing account development to maximize revenue. This is a fast-paced opportunity to shape market expansion and lead a growing business unit with strong earning potential.

Pay / Benefits

  • Uncapped commission
  • Remote contract with optional office
  • Quarterly commission structure
  • International travel for launches
  • Strong progression opportunities
  • Competitive base salary

Responsibilities

  • Generate new business wins within Grocery/DIY Retailers
  • Leverage existing relationships to diversify spend and grow accounts
  • Meet new business sales targets in Grocery/DIY markets
  • Own P&L, budgets, and forecasting for the department
  • Manage the full sales cycle from outreach to close
  • Provide ongoing account management post-onboarding to drive growth
  • Conduct regular business reviews to identify pain points and opportunities to diversify spend

Key requirements

  • Experience developing new business in Grocery/DIY markets
  • Proven track record of exceeding sales/revenue targets
  • Genuine contact list/network of Buyers in target markets (Grocery/DIY/FMCG)
  • Motivation for high earnings through commission
  • Ability to work autonomously
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Full, clean UK driving licence
  • Personality suited to a sociable, collaborative environment
  • Leadership potential (encouraged but not essential)
  • autonomy
  • communication
  • initiative
  • sales cycle management
  • forecasting and budgeting
  • P&L ownership

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Posted: October 12th, 2026