Key Account Manager - Dermatological Beauty at L'Oréal

A Day in the Life

• As a Key Account Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving our business growth by developing and nurturing strategic partnerships with our most important clients. You will be a trusted advisor, working closely with key stakeholders to understand their needs, develop customized solutions, and deliver exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Account Management: Build strong, long-lasting relationships with key accounts, becoming their trusted advisor and L'Oréal expert.
• Strategic Planning & Execution: Create and execute impactful annual business plans for your accounts, leveraging your understanding of commercial agreements, marketing strategies, and retail opportunities to drive growth and profitability.
• Negotiation & Deal Making: Lead complex negotiations with key accounts, securing favorable terms and maximizing profitability.
• Performance Analysis & Optimization: Continuously track account performance against targets, identifying areas for improvement and implementing data-driven strategies to optimize results.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work cross-functionally with internal teams (Supply Chain, Marketing, Finance) to ensure seamless execution and deliver a unified message to your accounts.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Technical & Professional Competencies Required:

• Strong Business Acumen: A deep understanding of retail dynamics, sales drivers, and the ability to develop winning account strategies that align with business objectives.
• Exceptional Relationship Building Skills: Proven ability to build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical & Data-Driven Mindset: Highly analytical with a strong ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable plans.
• Results-Oriented & Driven: A passion for delivering exceptional results and consistently exceeding expectations.
• Excellent Communication & Negotiation Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, coupled with the ability to effectively negotiate and influence stakeholders.

Education, Knowledge & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of proven experience as a Key Account Manager at a national level. 
• Previous Dis-Chem experience is highly advantageous.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is mandatory, with a strong command of data analysis techniques.
• Operational knowledge of SAP systems is essential.

Deadline:25th August,2025