Job Introduction
Account Manager
Location: London | Hybrid
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Company: Foodbuy Group (part of Compass Group UK & Ireland)
Own the relationship. Deliver value. Shape growth.
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, ensuring we deliver insight-led, commercially strong, and client-focused procurement solutions.
What you’ll be doing
Build strong, trusted client relationships
Act as the main point of contact for designated Compass sectors
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 contract renewals
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
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, supply chain or commercial roles
Strong commercial acumen with an analytical, insight-driven approach
Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills
Comfortable navigating a complex matrix environment
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
Ready to make an impact and help shape the future of procurement at Compass?
Apply now.
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