National Account Manager - Waitrose

National Account Manager - Waitrose

Full-Time 50000 - 60000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
FMCG Exec

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Drive sales growth and build strong partnerships with key grocery customers.
  • Company: Fast-growing consumer brand known for innovation and a customer-first approach.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Other info: Exciting opportunity to work cross-functionally and leverage consumer insights.
  • Why this job: Make a visible impact in a dynamic environment with a strong culture.
  • Qualifications: Experience in Account Management with P&L responsibility and a team player attitude.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.

This is an opportunity to join a well‑established, fast‑growing consumer brand that has built a strong reputation through innovation, quality and a genuinely customer‑first mindset. The business combines the pace and ambition of a challenger brand with the backing, credibility and long‑term vision of a more established player, making it an exciting environment for someone who wants to make a visible commercial impact. With a strong culture, clear values and plenty of momentum behind it, this is a business that attracts people who enjoy building partnerships, thinking creatively and being part of a brand that continues to evolve.

The Role

As the National Account Manager you will be responsible for one of our clients key Grocery customers. You will be expected to build profitable sales growth across all products. You will be accountable for developing a plan, agreeing it with the customer and implementing an annual joint business plan. As the National Account Manager you will lead the development and management of the trading and category management relationships with customers to ensure optimal and appropriate distribution of all brands across your specific accounts. You will get the autonomy to work cross functionally to maximise the commercial value of your customer including working with consumer insight data.

The Ideal Fit

  • Current experience in an Account Management role with full P&L responsibility
  • Have a ‘drive it’ - ‘own it’ mentality
  • Happy with ambiguity in a small fast paced environment
  • Commercially savvy
  • Be personable and a team player

Location

Hybrid. 3 days in London HQ.

Salary

Between £50,000 - £60,000, plus benefits package.

National Account Manager - Waitrose employer: FMCG Exec

Join a dynamic and growing multi-site service business as a Regional Director, where you will have the autonomy to drive performance and shape operations across the South of England. With a strong focus on employee development and a culture that values leadership and innovation, this role offers competitive compensation, including a performance-related bonus and car allowance, making it an excellent opportunity for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a supportive environment.

FMCG Exec

Contact Details:

FMCG Exec Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace National Account Manager - Waitrose

Account Management
P&L Responsibility
Sales Growth Strategy
Joint Business Planning
Trading and Category Management
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Consumer Insight Analysis