National Account Executive

Overview

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We have an opportunity for a National Account Executive to join our Commercial Team in Hamilton. Finsbury Food Group is a leading speciality bakery manufacturer. We constantly raise quality and efficiency standards, and build long-term relationships with major multiple retailers and the foodservice channel. This is what we do, and why we’re in business. Baking brilliance makes every day special.

Location: Hamilton

Shift: Monday to Friday

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Responsibilities

• The National Account Executive will work within the Grocery Channel supporting the Senior Business Manager in the day-to-day management of the account.
• The National Account Executive will be a key contact for external retail customers from an administrative perspective, including promotional and new product setup, running sales reports and responding to customer requests.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate cross-functionally with other departments to support customer sell-ins and new product development.
• Ensure effective communication and build strong relationships with individual members of the allocated Grocery retail accounts.
• Follow up on requests and queries in an efficient and professional manner to deliver a positive customer experience.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a National Account Executive or relevant sales role
• Experience with MS Office (e.g. Excel)
• Understanding of sales principles and ability to deliver excellent customer experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with an ability to build relationships
• Effective presentation and negotiation skills
• High degree of professionalism
• Good time-management skills with a problem-solving attitude
• BSc degree in Business Administration, Marketing or relevant field

Benefits

• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Enhanced Pension Scheme for employees
• Death in Service Benefit
• Free Employee Assistance Programme (open to colleagues and their families)
• Retail discounts via Benefits Hub
• Company shop at sites (heavily discounted products)
• Refer a Friend Scheme (up to £300 per referral – terms apply)
• Learning & Development opportunities including potential professional memberships

Additional information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Sales and Business Development
• Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing