At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage client accounts and lead procurement strategies to enhance supplier relationships.
- Company: Dynamic company focused on innovative procurement solutions.
- Benefits: Flexible home-based work, UK travel, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse applicants.
- Why this job: Take ownership of client strategies and make a real impact in procurement.
- Qualifications: Experience in account management and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
A commercially focused procurement role working directly with clients to improve how they buy and manage suppliers. You’ll own a portfolio of accounts, delivering transparent, consistent procurement outcomes and helping clients get the most from our systems and supply chain. You’ll lead on procurement strategy, supplier performance and client relationships, balancing day‑to‑day delivery with opportunities to grow spend and improve efficiency. This role suits someone who is confident with clients, commercially aware, and comfortable taking ownership of both performance and relationships.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Own a portfolio of client accounts, leading procurement and supply chain delivery
- Build strong relationships with client stakeholders and act as a trusted advisor
- Develop and implement procurement strategies, including driving use of Pi (our e‑procurement platform)
- Identify and deliver opportunities to grow client spend (incl. non‑food categories)
- Manage supplier performance against agreed KPIs
- Lead tender processes and ensure timely, compliant delivery
- Develop retention plans and proactively manage at‑risk accounts
- Support smooth supplier mobilisation working with sales, tender and Pi teams
What we’re looking for
- Strong account management experience in foodservice procurement
- Proven commercial acumen and ability to deliver against targets
- Solid understanding of supply chain and procurement processes
- Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
- Good working knowledge of Excel and data analysis
What we offer
- High‑impact, client‑facing role with real ownership
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Flexible home‑based working with UK travel
- Opportunity to shape client strategy and drive measurable value
Our commitment to inclusion
We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and ensure fair, accessible hiring processes with reasonable adjustments where needed.
Ready to Apply? If you're driven, commercially minded, and passionate about delivering value through procurement, we’d love to hear from you.
National Account Manager employer: Avendra International - Europe
As a National Account Manager, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment that values your expertise and fosters professional growth. With the flexibility of home-based working and opportunities for UK travel, you'll enjoy a work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation while empowering you to shape client strategies and drive impactful results. Join us to be part of a team that is committed to inclusivity and delivering exceptional value through procurement.
Contact Details:
Avendra International - Europe Recruitment Team
