Job Introduction
At Foodbuy, we do more than procure — we create strategic partnerships that elevate operational excellence, sustainability and commercial performance across Compass Group UK & Ireland. With over £2bn in managed spend , we’re the procurement engine behind the UK’s largest food and support services provider.
We’re now seeking a dynamic Account Manager to join our Commercial Management team. In this key role, you’ll be the primary link between Foodbuy and assigned Compass sectors and their various departments including operations, culinary and marketing, ensuring we deliver insight-led, commercially strong and client-focused procurement solutions and support the sector teams with their operational requirements.
Salary: £50,000 per annum + amazing package
Working Pattern: 40 hours per week - Monday - Friday (1-2 days working from home)
Location: London, WC1H 9LT
What you’ll be doing
Build strong, trusted client relationships
Act as the main point of contact for designated Compass sectors for all things supply chain
Develop a deep understanding of sector needs, priorities and challenges
Lead Joint Business Planning (JBP) to align strategy, strengthen relationships and unlock growth
Clearly articulate Foodbuy’s value proposition to stakeholders at all levels
Deliver commercial impact and account growth
Identify and drive sector-specific commercial opportunities
Support pricing strategy, supplier engagement and optimisation of suppliers within the supply chain
Influence category adoption and ensure strong purchasing compliance
Lead the mobilisation of new business and support rapid issue resolution
Monitor performance and champion compliance
Track KPIs and performance against agreed targets both based on spend and performance
Analyse data to produce clear, actionable insights
Promote preferred suppliers and contracted ranges to maximise value
Provide confident, proactive communication during challenges or crises
Drive sustainability and social value
Support clients in delivering sustainability KPIs and net zero ambitions
Contribute to ESG programme rollouts and promote supplier impact stories
Advocate for social value initiatives across sectors
Collaborate to deliver excellence
Work cross-functionally with procurement, operations, culinary, data and commercial teams
Feed client insights into central Foodbuy programmes and improvements
Represent sector interests across strategic projects
What we’re looking for
A relationship-led Account Manager with experience in procurement, commercial or operational roles
Strong commercial acumen with an analytical, insight-driven approach
Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills
Comfortable navigating different stakeholders across different departments including culinary, marketing and operations.
Proactive, organised and calm under pressure
Passionate about delivering exceptional service and long-term value
Interest in sustainability, innovation and continuous improvement
Ambitious and eager to grow within Compass Group
Why join Foodbuy?
Lead the frontline of our client partnerships
Join a high-performing team within a FTSE 100 organisation
Shape procurement, supply chain and commercial strategies that drive real business outcomes
Excellent opportunities for progression across Compass Group
Flexible hybrid working + competitive salary and benefits package
Personal Development and Training opportunities
Company-funded APMP membership and professional certification training to support continued development
Life assurance scheme
Pension scheme
Holiday allowance
Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
Eye care
A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
Family friendly support
Regular social events and communication with our leaders
A holiday purchase scheme
Volunteering days
Professional subscriptions
Recognition schemes and people awards
Long service awards
Access to some great high street discount vouchers