Job Openings Account Manager – High-Growth Functional Drinks Brand

About the job Account Manager – High-Growth Functional Drinks Brand

Account Manager – High-Growth Functional Drinks Brand

London (Hybrid + Field-Based)

We're partnering with a fast-growing consumer health start-up that's building real momentum across the UK with their functional drinks brand

With a strong brand purpose and an expanding presence across retail, foodservice, and direct-to-consumer channels, the business is now entering its next phase of growth and looking to strengthen its commercial team.

The Role

We're looking for a commercially driven Account Manager to support growth across a mix of new and existing customers.

This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll:

  • Win and develop new business across key channels
  • Manage and grow a portfolio of established accounts
  • Support wider commercial initiatives across wholesale and route-to-market

Ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced SME environment with real ownership.

Key Responsibilities:

New Business Development:

Drive growth across a range of channels, including:

  • Independent retail
  • Foodservice & workplace catering
  • Hospitality & premium leisure environments
  • Identify and convert new opportunities while building strong, long-term relationships.

Route-to-Market & Wholesale:

Support and develop partnerships with key distribution partners, focusing on:

  • Driving brand visibility
  • Activating new opportunities
  • Supporting commercial performance

Account Management:

Manage a portfolio of strategic accounts, ensuring:

  • Strong relationships
  • Consistent growth
  • Excellent in-store / on-site execution

Brand Representation:

Act as a brand ambassador across:

  • Trade shows
  • Industry events
  • Customer activations

About You:

  • Experience in sales or account management within FMCG (ideally SME/start-up)
  • Exposure to foodservice, retail, or hospitality channels
  • Strong relationship-building and commercial skills
  • Proactive, hands-on, and self-motivated
  • Comfortable balancing new business and account management
  • Passion for health, wellness, or premium consumer brands
  • London-based

Why Join?

  • Be part of a growing challenger brand at an exciting stage
  • Opportunity to make a visible impact on commercial growth
  • Work across a variety of channels and customers
  • Entrepreneurial, collaborative culture
  • Flexible working: 2 days in their central London office per week
  • Share options after 12 months
  • Monthly health and wellness benefit

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