Senior Key Account Manager | Flexible Packaging

Posted 05 August 2026
Salary Up to £75k; International footprint, market leader, high-profile customers
LocationUnited Kingdom
Contract type Permanent
Job Type Client Management , Sales
Reference7864
Business SectorFlexible Packaging

Job description

Ready to take ownership of major customer relationships and make a real commercial impact?

Senior Key Account Manager | Flexible Packaging | UK | Up to £75k

Join a global manufacturer at the forefront of innovative packaging solutions, trusted by leading brands across consumer, food, confectionery & poultry markets. This is an opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking business that values long-term partnerships and invests in innovation and sustainability.


You will be responsible for:
  • Managing and growing a portfolio of major national and international accounts, acting as the primary point of contact for key customers
  • Developing and executing strategic account plans that drive revenue growth and strengthen long-term partnerships
  • Identifying new business opportunities within existing accounts, including cross-selling across product ranges
  • Collaborating closely with technical, production and NPD teams to ensure customer requirements are delivered on time and to specification
  • Monitoring market trends, competitor activity and customer feedback to inform commercial strategy and pricing decisions

Key attributes required:
  • Proven experience in senior account management within a packaging environment  
  • Strong commercial acumen with a track record of growing customer accounts and delivering sales targets
  • Excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills
  • A customer-focused approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to travel to customer sites as required


If you're an ambitious account manager looking for your next challenge with a business that values innovation, partnership and continuous improvement, get in touch with julie.pollard@mercurysearch.co.uk to discuss your next move.