National Account Manager

One of UK’s most successful privately owned value-added fresh produce businesses has created an opportunity for a National Account Manager to join the team. The business has established themselves as one of the leading suppliers within the categories they operate. Supplying high quality NPD led products on private label basis the business has a strong presence across the grocery multiples. Following growth of their UK business, they are now looking to appoint a National Account Manager. As a National Account Manager, you will take direct responsibility for the Asda, Aldi, J.S, Waitrose & M&S accounts. Reporting into the Head of Sales you will work closely with the entire Sales team as well as the Category, NPD, Technical, and Supply teams. You will manage the day to day relationships with the retailers, you will have full P&L responsibility and will develop joint business plans whilst ensuring delivery of agreed KPIs.

Responsibilities

Take direct responsibility for the Asda, Aldi, J.S, Waitrose & M&S accounts; Report into the Head of Sales; Work closely with the entire Sales team as well as the Category, NPD, Technical, and Supply teams; Manage the day to day relationships with the retailers; Have full P&L responsibility; Develop joint business plans; Ensure delivery of agreed KPIs

Requirements

Driven and dynamic individual; Strong understanding of the grocery multiple retailers; Experience with private label food products; Self-motivated; Keen eye for detail; Loyal individual wanting to be a real part of the company’s long-term plans and growth strategy

Nice to have

Fresh Produce experience

Benefits

Bonus; Pension; Benefits