National Account Manager

Ready to Take That Next Step?

Are you a Junior National Account Manager or National Account Executive looking to step up and take ownership of major UK retail accounts? This is your opportunity to join one of the UK’s most exciting and fast growing food manufacturers.

About the Company

This award-winning business is a leading name in the chilled and frozen food sector, known for its high quality, private label, value-added products across meat, vegetarian, and dairy categories. With a strong track record of innovation, they partner with major UK retailers to deliver category-leading solutions that meet evolving consumer tastes.

With a growing presence across grocery retail and foodservice, and a clear strategic vision for the future, they are expanding their commercial team with the appointment of a Grocery National Account Manager.

The Role

As National Account Manager, you’ll take full commercial ownership of a portfolio of major UK grocery retail customers. You’ll lead all aspects of account management, from day-to-day relationship building through to long-term strategic planning and P&L responsibility.

Reporting directly to the Head of Grocery and supported by a National Account Executive, this is a hands-on role with a clear opportunity to make your mark and progress your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of major UK grocery retail customers
• Lead annual negotiations, strategic planning, and promotional execution
• Take ownership of budgets, forecasting and margin delivery
• Drive customer-specific innovation, working closely with NPD and technical teams
• Monitor and respond to category trends and competitor insights
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Finance, and wider Commercial team

What We’re Looking For

• Experience as a Junior NAM, NAM or National Account Executive with UK grocery exposure
• Background in own-label chilled or frozen food is a strong advantage
• Proven ability to lead or support NPD projects and cross-functional working
• Strong commercial acumen – confident with numbers, negotiation and planning
• Proactive, driven, and able to work autonomously
• Passionate about building long-term customer relationships

What’s on Offer

• £50,000 to £60,000 basic salary
• 20% performance-related bonus
• Company car or £5,400 car allowance
• Full benefits package

Location

This is a fully home-based role. You’ll meet with key grocery retail customers regularly and attend the South Wales Head Office twice per month (overnight stays covered by the business).