Junior Key Account Manager
Brussels, BE
For over 75 years, BIC has been creating ingeniously simple and joyful products that are a part of every heart and home.
As a member of our team, you'll be a part of reigniting a beloved brand as we continue to reimagine everyday essentials in new, sustainable and responsible ways.
Our "roll up your sleeves and get the job done" approach to work creates an environment where self-starters, problem solvers and innovative thinkers thrive. BIC team members are empowered to take ownership of their careers and bring their unique perspectives to the table to make a meaningful impact on our mission.
It's a colorful world - make your mark by joining the BIC team today.
You main missions will be following:
Account Management:
- Manage and grow medium-sized accounts in Belgium and the Netherlands
- Build strong client relationships, delivering tailored solutions
- Create account plans to drive sales, market share, and profitability
- Lead promotional activities in line with sales and marketing goals
Sales & Reporting:
- Track and analyze account performance to spot growth opportunities
- Present insights to management and adjust strategies as needed
- Monitor sales & forecasts for your customers
Customer Relations & Negotiations:
- Negotiate contracts and pricing to benefit both BIC and customers
- Identify new business opportunities and upsell additional product lines
- Collaborate with internal teams to meet client needs effectively
Cross-functional Collaboration:
- Work with marketing, supply chain, finance, and other teams to execute account plans and coordinate promotions and launches
What you'll bring to BIC:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field
- Experience: 1-2 years of experience in sales or key account management, ideally managing client portfolios in a similar role
- Languages: Fluent in Dutch and French; proficient in English
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint,...)
- Negotiation & Communication: Strong negotiation skills and the ability to communicate effectively with both internal teams and clients
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret sales data and market insights to develop winning account strategies
- Customer Focus: A passion for providing excellent service and building long-term, trust-based relationships with clients
- Team Player: A collaborative mindset with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals
What We Offer:
- Competitive Salary and Benefits Package: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes meal vouchers worth €8 each, company car, insurance etc.
- Home Office Allowance: Receive an allowance to support your home office setup.
- Flexible Working: Benefit from 2 home office days per week
- Opportunities for Growth: Enjoy clear paths for career advancement within a global brand.
- Dynamic Environment: Work in a vibrant, innovative, and inclusive company culture.
- Continuous Learning: Access ongoing learning and development opportunities through hands-on experience and formal training programs.
- Great Colleagues: Join a supportive and dynamic team with an amazing team-spirit.
BIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly commit to hiring people with different backgrounds and experiences to help us build better products, make better decisions, and better serve our customers. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or similar characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
BIC is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any team member at BIC via email, or directly to a BIC team member in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of BIC, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by BIC as a result of the referral or through other means
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