Account Manager
| Posting date: | 28 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 August 2025 |
| Location: | London, WC1H 9LT |
| Company: | Compass Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 194331 |
Summary
Account Manager
? Location: London | Hybrid working
? Contract Type: Full-time | Permanent
? Company: Foodbuy Group (part of Compass Group UK & Ireland)
At Foodbuy, our mission goes beyond procurement — we build lasting partnerships that support operational excellence, sustainability, and long-term growth across Compass Group UK & Ireland. With over £2 billion in managed spend, we’re the strategic procurement partner behind the UK’s largest food and support services provider.
We’re now looking for an Account Manager to join our Commercial Management team. In this pivotal role, you’ll 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 doingAs an Account Manager, you’ll be the face of Foodbuy to internal Compass clients. You’ll lead on client engagement, commercial delivery, and stakeholder alignment — ensuring that each sector you support is well-served, informed, and equipped to achieve its business objectives through procurement excellence.
? Build and manage strong client relationshipsAct 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 Foodbuy’s value proposition to key stakeholders
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
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
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 Foodbuy’s social value agenda
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
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
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.