Strategic Account Director

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Could you be our new Strategic Account Director?  We're on the lookout for a visionary leader to join our Morrisons Customer team.  As Strategic Account Director, you'll be responsible for guiding your team to new heights of success. You’ll have direct accountability for driving revenue growth and development of the Retail account and own the customer relationship both internally and externally.You will also be responsible for the leadership of your Strategic Account Team, ensuring Product and Category strategies are aligned with retailer needs and expectations.  You will be expected to generate creative solutions to unlock sales opportunities in the celebrations market to create profitable sales growth for UK Greetings and this key retailer.Are you ready to make a real impact?  Well, we've got just the opportunity for you! Here's what we're looking for:A strategic thinker: You've got a talent for seeing the big picture.  You can turn challenges into opportunities and make smart decisions under pressure to get to the desired result. You will be responsible for developing strategic plans for the account that will facilitate UKG’s pivot to a Celebrations focused business.  We will also expect you to take internal and external strategic risks based on broad and deep business knowledge and experience and (where possible) data and analytics.A problem-solving expert: When obstacles come your way, you don't back down. You're a pro at finding creative solutions and keeping things moving forward.A people person: Building strong relationships is your driving force. You'll be working closely with our diverse team, so excellent communication and collaboration skills are a must. A motivator: You have the enthusiasm and drive to bring out the best in people and get them excited about achieving their goals.A champion of growth: You are passionate about personal and professional development. You'll mentor and support your team members, helping them reach their full potent.Travel is expected in this role.Ideal Experience:You will be experienced in a Retail / Buying / Merchandising / Sales & Category Management background (or ideally similar function) and have a knowledge of the UK card market and UK retail landscape.  Experience of leading and developing a team is essential.  We are looking for someone who brings a unique perspective and contributes to our inclusive team. This role operates in a hybrid working pattern of office-based days and working from home.  Head Office is based in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire.So, if you're ready to take on a leadership role that's challenging, rewarding, and downright exciting, send us your application today!

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Who we are

We believe in making the world a more thoughtful and caring place by helping every person celebrate and create meaningful connections with our greeting cards and gift dressings - created for life’s big events, special occasions and those “saw-this-and-thought-of-you” moments of life. Along with our sister Company John Sands, we’re part of the American Greetings Corporation, one of the largest privately owned greeting card publishers in the world.We are the largest direct to retail publisher of greeting cards in the UK - so you’ll find our amazing products just about everywhere!

At UK Greetings we take pride inbeing an inclusive and diverse employer - we are dedicated and committed tobuilding a culture where difference is valuedand everyone isable tofulfil their potential at work regardless of their background.