Key Account Manager (Modern Trade)

L'Oréal (Bangkok, Bangkok City, Thailand)

Bangkok, Thailand

Discover L'Oreal...the world leader in beauty products, a range of international brands, unique in the world of beauty, supported by cutting edge research. Asia is the fastest growing region. In Thailand, L'Oreal's activities began in 1992. Today, we distribute 22 cosmetic brands via 4 different distribution channels and employ more than 600 staff members. To continue our rapid expansion, we are looking for qualified individuals to join our dynamic team.

About this position

At L’Oréal, we pride ourselves on developing young talents who have the passion and ambition to make an impact in the beauty industry. As a Key Account Manager (Modern Trade), you will be accountable for achieving sales targets and profit margins while fostering strong customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for achieving sales target and profit margin as well as 5P’s in-store execution of assigned account within a yearly controlled budget.
• Preparing annual account plan which comply with company directions and retailer strategy in order to grow business and achieve company ultimate goal.
• Coordinate with cross functional team to ensure sales forecast to meet customer given service level target.
• Provides substantial input in translative bottom-up brands plans into sales target.
• Leading and conducting business review, Top-to-Top and JBP meeting with assigned account.
• Monitor and analyze market trends and sales performance to identify business opportunities in order to stay competitive ahead of market.
• Cultivate and strengthen customer relationship with Mid-High management level.
• Lead and supervise team in all types of negotiation (new products, promotions, display etc.) to ensure timely solution.
• Enhancing team collaboration with cross functional teams (Marketing, Trade Marketing, Business Planner, Demand Planner etc.)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in Customer Management.
• Experience in FMCG Modern Trade Channels.
• Having skills of Sales Management, Business Acumen, Negotiation and Communication.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking with a very good both planning and execution.
• Proactive and open-minded.
• Team Management Skills.
• Data oriented / Great data analysis/ Logical and strategic thinking.
• Good command in spoken and written English.