Job Introduction
Account Manager
šĀ Location: London | Hybrid working
šĀ Contract Type: Full-time | Permanent
š¢ Company: Foodbuy Group (part of Compass Group UK & Ireland)
At Foodbuy, our mission goes beyond procurement ā we build lasting partnerships that support operational excellence, sustainability, and long-term growth across Compass Group UK & Ireland. With over Ā£2 billion in managed spend, weāre the strategic procurement partner behind the UKās largest food and support services provider.
Weāre now looking for an Account Manager to join our Commercial Management team. In this pivotal role, youāll act as the key link between Foodbuy and assigned Compass sectors, ensuring our procurement solutions meet client needs and deliver measurable value.
What you'll be doing
As an Account Manager, youāll be the face of Foodbuy to internal Compass clients. Youāll lead on client engagement, commercial delivery, and stakeholder alignment ā ensuring that each sector you support is well-served, informed, and equipped to achieve its business objectives through procurement excellence.
š¤ Build and manage strong client relationships
Act as the lead point of contact for designated Compass sectors
Develop a deep understanding of sector needs, priorities, and performance goals
Lead joint business planning (JBP) sessions to align commercial strategy and drive shared outcomes
Proactively communicate Foodbuyās value proposition to key stakeholders
š Drive value and account growth
Identify and deliver sector-specific commercial opportunities in partnership with procurement teams
Support pricing strategy, supplier engagement, and contract renewal processes
Drive initiatives that increase purchasing income and improve supply chain performance
Ensure successful mobilisation of new business and respond to challenges with agility
š Monitor performance and ensure compliance
Track KPIs and compliance against agreed targets
Analyse data to provide actionable insights and regular account performance reporting
Promote the use of preferred suppliers and contracted product ranges across the sector
Lead on issue resolution and crisis support, ensuring strong communication throughout
š Champion sustainability and social value
Help sectors meet their sustainability KPIs and net zero goals
Support the rollout of ESG initiatives and client-facing sustainability content
Promote supplier stories and CSR impact in client communications
Contribute to education and awareness of Compass and Foodbuyās social value agenda
š Collaborate across teams
Work with cross-functional teams including procurement, culinary, operations, and data
Represent sector interests in central Foodbuy projects (e.g. onboarding, reporting, promotions)
Share client feedback to support continuous improvement and innovation
What weāre looking for
A relationship-led, commercially aware account manager with experience in procurement, supply chain, or commercial roles
Strong analytical skills and confidence in using data to inform decisions
A confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
Experienced in managing multiple stakeholders within a large, matrix organisation
Calm, organised, and resilient under pressure
Committed to delivering exceptional service and building long-term value for clients
Passionate about sustainability and continuous improvement
Ambitious, proactive, and keen to grow within Compass Group
Why join us?
Represent Foodbuy at the frontline of our client relationships
Join a high-performing team in a FTSE 100 business
Shape supply chain and commercial strategies that directly impact sector success
Access wide-ranging career development opportunities across Compass
Enjoy flexible hybrid working and a competitive benefits package
Ready to lead client partnerships that drive real results? Apply now and help us power the future of procurement at Compass.