At a Glance
- Tasks: Open and run the UK office for a leading Spanish frozen foods company.
- Company: Dynamic Spanish multinational with a strong presence across Europe.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Fluency in Spanish is a plus; work from home initially.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of expanding a brand in the UK market.
- Qualifications: Strong sales experience, excellent communication skills, and attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 42750 - 52250 £ per year.
Our client, a Spanish multinational company doing business in 40 countries and largely present in Europe, is looking for a National Account Manager for the UK, based in greater London Metropolitan area.
Job Scope
Responsible for opening and running the UK office of a Spanish producer of frozen breads and pastries. Initially, this would be a home office job, with the objective of opening an office in London as soon as the business grows.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and develop business opportunities, primarily within the retail market, but also in the QSR and restaurant channels, and responsible for assigning new distributors in the Food Service channel.
- Development of business plans for the market.
- Maintaining updated knowledge of the market and industry trends, competitors and leading customer strategies.
- Visit and manage existing key accounts, and also develop new business relationships.
- Ensure sales administration is accomplished accurately and effectively.
- Potentially manage a local stock via a 3rd party warehouse.
Qualifications
- Strong sales experience from a commercial and sales services focused environment – experience working with the main UK retailers.
- Proven track record of exceeding sales and profit targets through leadership and customer service.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and internet savvy.
- Excellent attention to details.
- Committed to following procedures and ensuring tasks are fully completed and targets met and/or exceeded.
- Fluency in Spanish is considered a plus.
National Account Manager employer: CATENON WORLDWIDE EXECUTIVE SEARCH
As a National Account Manager with our client, you will join a dynamic Spanish multinational company that values innovation and growth, offering a unique opportunity to shape the UK market from its Greater London base. The company fosters a collaborative work culture, prioritising employee development and providing access to training and advancement opportunities, ensuring that your career can flourish alongside the business. With the potential for flexible working arrangements and a focus on work-life balance, this role is perfect for those seeking meaningful employment in a vibrant and expanding sector.
Contact Details:
CATENON WORLDWIDE EXECUTIVE SEARCH Recruitment Team
