The Hybrid Key Account Manager is responsible for driving new‑logo acquisition while also managing and growing a defined portfolio of key accounts. This role combines outbound new‑business development with long‑term account ownership, delivering sustainable revenue growth through a balanced focus on acquisition, expansion, renewal and churn reduction.The role engages senior stakeholders across procurement, supply chain, category management, cost engineering, sustainability and operations, supporting customers as they navigate raw‑material cost volatility, supply‑chain risk, regulatory pressure and sustainability commitments. Success requires strong commercial judgement, disciplined pipeline management, consultative selling skills and the ability to translate complex market challenges into compelling Fastmarkets solutions.Fastmarkets values how we grow as much as how much we grow. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proactive, customer‑centric approach, strong internal collaboration and the ability to lead value‑based conversations with insight and credibility across both new and existing customers.PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIESNew Business &amp; Market Development<ul><li>Own the full end‑to‑end new‑business sales cycle, from prospecting and discovery through to close.</li><li>Build and convert a high‑quality pipeline aligned to defined new‑business ARR targets.</li><li>Execute disciplined outbound strategies across priority sectors and accounts.</li><li>Engage senior stakeholders including Heads of Procurement, Supply Chain Leaders, Category Managers, Sustainability and Cost Engineering leaders.</li><li>Qualify and progress inbound enquiries using a structured, consultative discovery approach.</li></ul>Key Account Management &amp; Growth<ul><li>Manage and grow a defined book of key accounts, balancing renewal, retention, cross‑sell and upsell opportunities.</li><li>Create and execute account plans aligned to customer priorities, exposure to underlying markets and growth potential.</li><li>Drive sustainable organic growth while actively managing churn risk.</li><li>Lead renewal discussions, value reviews and commercial negotiations with clarity and structure.</li></ul>Sales Excellence &amp; Forecasting<ul><li>Run a repeatable, value‑led sales process grounded in customer outcomes and market drivers.</li><li>Maintain high standards of CRM hygiene, forecasting accuracy and pipeline discipline in Salesforce.</li><li>Ensure all opportunities are correctly qualified, staged and progressed in line with internal methodology.</li></ul>Cross‑Functional Collaboration<ul><li>Partner closely with Editorial, Product, Pricing, Marketing and subject‑matter experts to deliver tailored solutions, demos and proposals.</li><li>Translate complex market intelligence into clear, commercially relevant narratives for customers.</li><li>Contribute insights from the field to inform product development and go‑to‑market strategy.</li></ul>Personal Development &amp; Contribution<ul><li>Take ownership of continuous learning across Fastmarkets products, customer markets and industry trends.</li><li>Actively contribute to team performance, sharing best practice and supporting a high‑performance sales culture.</li></ul>

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Lithium Hangar Holdco Limited is the ultimate holding company for the Fastmarkets group of companies. Lithium Hangar Holdco Limited (14476245) is a company registered in England and Wales and is controlled by funds managed and/or advised by Astorg. Astorg is a European private equity firm with over &euro;20 billion of assets under management.

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