National Account Manager
Job description
THE COMPANY:
A family run heritage premium food company who produce natural, organic, flavoursome and nutritionally rich products. We have pioneered the food in our category in the UK and International markets achieving year on year growth.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Due to the success we have had as a business, we are looking for someone to join as a National Account Manager to head up a top 4 grocery retail customer, whilst developing further business.
Our products, both branded and own label are listed in all the major multiples and we are seeking a talented professional with a proven ability to make things happen and to unlock potential opportunity. This is a pivotal role at the heart of our International and innovative business.
Reporting to the UK Business Unit Director, you will help develop a business plan and sales strategy that will deliver both profit and growth for a significant part of the category. You will manage relationships cross functionally, driving sales, and managing the trade promotional spend. Developing retailer category plans ensuring they integrate with company and sector strategy as well as leading JBP discussions and negotiations.
ABOUT YOU:
- Ideal candidates will have an FMCG Food background that has provided them with classical sales training and an understanding of the core needs of account management.
- You will come from a more entrepreneurial FMCG background.
- You will be an action orientated, self-starting and passionate individual with the ability to make things happen and be happy working as part of a small team.
- The team are talented, hardworking, and very friendly and are prepared to stand for what they believe is right for the brand.
If you wish to apply for this role please click on the apply button with a copy of your up to date cv in word format quoting ref number 14023/5gj.
Not right for you? We’d still like to speak with you about other sales, marketing or category management opportunities, so please do send an up to date copy of your CV in word format and we will call you.
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