Assistant Manager, Key Account Management

About the role

As an Assistant Manager in Key Account Management you will support sales targets for assigned FMCG businesses, driving growth across modern and general trade channels.

Key responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of FMCG market trends, competitors and customer landscape.
• Understand modern trade, general trade and key retail operations, including trade promotions, rebates and commercial agreements.
• Manage budgeting, trade spend and basic financial principles to support account profitability.
• Interpret sales performance metrics, market share and distribution data to identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with supply chain, inventory and order fulfillment processes to ensure customer service standards.

Required profile

• Basic knowledge of the FMCG industry, market and competitors.
• Strong selling, communication and negotiation skills.
• Fluency in the local language and preferably English, both written and spoken.
• Diploma or professional qualification in Business Studies, Marketing, Economics or related field.
• 2‑4 years of experience in FMCG sales, key account management, merchandising or commercial support.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Experience with data reporting tools.