Key Account Manager (Netherlands)

TL;DR

Key Account Manager (Sales): Driving the growth and development of key retail accounts in the Netherlands with an accent on commercial strategy, relationship building, and territory expansion. Focus on maximizing commercial opportunities, analyzing market trends, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure sustainable brand growth in the Dutch market.

Location: Must be based in the Netherlands with initial training in London and requirement for hybrid work (minimum 3 days per week in the office).

Company

A globally recognized premium toy brand known for whimsical, high-quality products and a rich 25-year history of bringing joy to customers worldwide.

What you will do

• Manage key account portfolios and act as the primary point of contact for all commercial and operational matters.
• Develop and implement tailored annual strategies to meet national business objectives.
• Identify growth levers and manage new strategic distribution partnerships.
• Conduct store visits, perform product range reviews, and attend trade shows to follow up on commercial leads.
• Analyze industry trends to suggest relevant product assortments for clients.
• Coordinate with marketing, logistics, finance, and customer service teams to ensure efficient operations.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Key Account Manager with a proven track record in growing accounts.
• Fluency in both Dutch and English (written and spoken) is required.
• Must be based in the Netherlands and open to travel within the country and occasional trips to London.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for reporting and presentations.
• Ability to understand and represent the unique brand voice of hirify.global.

Culture & Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus scheme based on company and individual performance.
• Hybrid work model with a minimum of three office days per week.
• 25 days of paid holiday per year.
• Comprehensive health and wellness support including Vitality insurance, dental, optical, and life insurance.
• Subsidized breakfast and lunch on select days prepared by an in-house Private Chef team.
• Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution.