Account Manager - Fresh Produce


Company:	D R Newitt
Salary:	£40,000 to £45,000 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Tonbridge
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	27 Aug 2026
Closing date:	26 Sept 2026

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Summary

Job Title: Account Manager – Fresh Produce

Location: Near Tonbridge, Kent

Salary: £45,000 per annum

Are you an experienced Commercial or Account Manager within fresh produce, food, or FMCG looking for your next career step? A leading and highly respected fresh produce business based near Tonbridge, Kent, is seeking an Account Manager to manage day-to-day commercial and operational relationships across retail accounts and grower networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day commercial and operational relationships, overseeing volumes, profitability, OTIF, forecast accuracy, availability, and waste.

• Act as the critical link between supply and demand, ensuring retailer priorities align with grower capabilities.

• Collaborate with UK retail buying, technical, supply chain, and product development teams to shape category plans, range reviews, and seasonal programmes.

• Lead New Product Development (NPD) from concept to launch, working alongside growers on new product varieties, packaging formats, and sustainability initiatives.

• Utilise sales, financial, and market data to identify growth opportunities, mitigate risks, support commercial negotiations, and deliver clear performance reports.

• Take the lead in resolving supply, quality, and service challenges efficiently.

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