Job Description:
Commercial Account Manager Foodbuy Group | London | Competitive Salary About Foodbuy Group Foodbuy Group is one of the UK’s leading food procurement organisations, managing over £2bn of annual spend on behalf of a broad range of foodservice and hospitality clients. As the UK’s largest Group Purchasing Organisation, we bring together scale, insight and deep sector expertise to help our clients save time and money — allowing them to focus on what really matters to their businesses. Proudly part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, our parent company and largest client, we purchase directly from manufacturers, growers and suppliers ranging from globally recognised brands to regional and local partners. Our people sit at the heart of what we do, and our scale provides genuine opportunities to build a long‑term career within a FTSE 100 organisation. The opportunity Connectivity with the wider Compass business has never been more important. As Foodbuy continues to support sectors through inflationary pressure, supply‑chain complexity, sustainability goals and growth ambitions, we are focused on making collaboration simpler, faster and more effective. We are now looking for a Commercial Account Manager to join our Compass Commercial Management team. This is a high‑profile, fast‑paced role requiring both a commercial and operational mindset, working closely with teams across Foodbuy including Client Experience, Culinary, Category and Supply Chain to deliver against sector priorities. Supporting the Commercial Director, you will play a key role in shaping sector supply‑chain strategy, driving delivery against agreed KPIs and supporting both short‑term execution and longer‑term strategic initiatives. This role is ideally suited to a resilient, hands‑on commercial operator who enjoys stakeholder management, problem‑solving and delivering change within complex organisations. What we’re looking for You’ll bring a strong blend of commercial capability, stakeholder management and delivery focus, along with: Experience operating in a complex, fast‑paced, customer‑facing environment. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure. A proven track record of influencing cross‑functional teams to resolve complex issues and deliver process improvement. Experience managing multiple workstreams and delivering projects supported by clear plans and timelines. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to turn data into insight and action. Confident stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to challenge constructively and hold others to account. A proactive, resilient and collaborative approach with a genuine “can‑do” attitude. A passion for sustainability and supporting wider CSR goals. A clear desire to learn, grow and progress within a large organisation. Why join Foodbuy? At Foodbuy, you’ll work at the heart of a business that influences some of the UK’s largest foodservice supply chains. You’ll have exposure to senior stakeholders, meaningful commercial responsibility, and the opportunity to develop your career within a supportive, high‑performing team that values collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
