Key Account Manager (Hybrid - UK)

Job Role: Junior Account Manager – Retail

Job Location: Cheadle, Cheshire, UK

The Junior Account Manager – Retail will support the Senior Key Account Manager in the day-to-day management of Beauty Works’ key retail partners during a 12-month maternity cover period. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop their commercial retail experience within a fast-paced beauty environment, supporting account growth, retailer relationships, and operational delivery across the UK and selected international accounts.

Working closely with internal teams including Marketing, Supply Chain, NPD and Operations, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring smooth account management, strong retailer execution, and excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

•Support the Senior Key Account Manager in the management of key retail accounts such as Look Fantastic, Boots and other key retail partners.

•Assist with the coordination and execution of account plans, promotional activity, and product launches.

•Build positive working relationships with retail partners through regular communication and support.

•Help manage retailer administration, including raising POs, updating forecasts, tracking sales performance, and maintaining accurate account records.

•Support range reviews and new product launches by coordinating information across internal departments.

•Work closely with Marketing and Brand teams to ensure retail campaigns and launches are delivered on time.

•Monitor stock levels, order flow, and replenishment, liaising with Supply Chain to help minimise stock issues.

•Analyse sales data and prepare reports to support account reviews and business updates.

•Ensure online and in-store product listings are accurate and aligned with Beauty Works brand standards.

•Support the coordination of retailer meetings, presentations, and commercial documents.

•Identify opportunities to improve processes, retailer performance, and customer experience.

•Provide general day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Senior Key Account Manager and wider sales team.

•Maintain clear communication and organised documentation throughout the maternity cover period.