Do you want to represent one of Belgium's most iconic chocolate producers? Do you want to shape the growth of a premium brand and private label in one of Europe's most dynamic retail markets? Are you a commercial talent who combines sharp strategic thinking with hands-on deal-making energy? Apply now to play a key role in Libeert's UK growth. Libeert Key Account Manager Retail UK Libeert, a family-owned chocolate specialist with more than 100 years of craftsmanship, is on an exciting growth journey. With an ambitious innovation pipeline, strong sustainability commitments, and a beloved range of seasonal hollow figures, chocolate blocks, and private-label products, they are now ready to strengthen UK presence even further. To accelerate this expansion, Libeert is looking for a Key Account Manager Retail UK. The driving force behind Libeert's success in the UK Retail landscape Managing a portfolio that includes leading UK-retailers, you will balance nurturing strong existing partnerships with hunting new strategic opportunities. You will grow sales in private-label chocolate blocks. In the next phase, take a role in developing sales in branded seasonal assortments. This is a role where entrepreneurship, ownership, and influence truly matter. What you'll take ownership of Strengthen and expand long-standing partnerships with top-tier UK-retailers Lead negotiations, category discussions, and joint business planning Develop long-term strategic partnerships in private label Translate customer needs into winning proposals together with Libeert's QA, production, marketing and customer service teams Identify, pitch and win new retail prospects to broaden UK distribution Monitor market dynamics, competitive movements, and margin opportunities Report directly to the Global Sales Manager Results-driven with strong retailer insight Requirements Master's degree or equivalent experience Proven success in UK FMCG Retail key accountmanagement, private brand Fluent in English (C1/C2) and ideally also Dutch Understanding of UK retail culture and shopper behaviour Competencies Strong negotiation power and business acumen Proactive: you spot opportunities early and act fast Resilient, agile, and comfortable balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution Strong relationship-builder, able to engage at all levels, both internally and with buyers, product developers and technical managers A mindset rooted in integrity, respect, and open communication What makes this opportunity truly irresistible? Join a family-owned company fueled by passion, craftsmanship, and innovation. Become part of a warm, entrepreneurial environment where your ideas are heard and where you can genuinely make a difference. Real influence in one of Libeert's most strategic growth markets. Step into a role with visibility and impact. You'll help shape the company's future and see the results of your work come to life. Grow in a friendly, fast-moving environment built on trust. Enjoy autonomy, room to experiment, and a supportive team that celebrates collaboration and initiative. A highly competitive package that rewards your contribution. Benefit from an attractive salary, bonus plan, com Retail Sales, Business Acumen, Key Account, Innovation, Business Planning, Revenue growth, Customer Service, Execution, Hunting, Entrepreneurship, Driving, Practicality, FMCG, Sales Development, Result Oriented, Stress tolerance, Taking Ownership, Open communication, Negotiation, Sustainability, Strategic Thinking, Pipelines, Market Dynamics, Assortment, Chocolate, Highly responsible, Proactivity, Agile Methods, Craftsmanship, Negotiation, Landscaping, Ambition, Production, ROOT, Quality assurance, Marketing, Act with integrity, Distribution, Global Sales Originele vacature is te vinden op StepStone.be – Maak nu een Jobagent aan op StepStone en vind je droombaan! https://bit.ly/2jPYsZC Vind gelijkaardige jobs, informatie over werkgevers en carrièretips op StepStone.be! Original job ad is published on StepStone.be - Set up a Jobagent at StepStone now and find your dream job! https://bit.ly/2jPYsZC For similar jobs, information on employers and career tips visit StepStone.be! La version originale de cette offre d'emploi est disponible sur stepstone.be – Créez maintenant votre Job Agent sur StepStone et trouvez le job de vos rêves ! https://bit.ly/2jPYsZC Trouvez des jobs similaires, des informations sur les employeurs qui recrutent et des conseils de carrière sur stepstone.be!