National Account Manager in Datchet

Company Overview: Groupe SEB is the world reference in Small Domestic Appliances (SDA) and professional coffee equipment, selling more than 400 million products every year and generating €8.2 billion in sales in 2025. The Group operates in over 150 countries, with a portfolio of more than 40 global brands including Tefal, Krups and Rowenta, and employs more than 30,000 people worldwide. In the UK, we operate under the brand of Tefal, a UK brand leader in Cookware with a presence in Electrical Cooking & Food Preparation, Linen Care and Floorcare.

Job Overview: Supporting the SB&C Channel Manager, this is a key commercial role within the UK&I sales organisation, responsible for managing a portfolio of national accounts (including examples such as Costco) and delivering against ambitious growth targets. This role requires a modern, commercially driven mindset, with a strong focus on retail execution excellence and digital activation.

Key Responsibilities as an Account Manager at Groupe SEB:

• Take full ownership of a portfolio of national accounts, including examples such as Costco, with additional responsibility extending to key UK and Irish accounts.
• Accountable for delivering against sell-in and sell-out targets, with full ownership of the account P&L.
• Lead the monthly and quarterly commercial planning cycle, ensuring robust forecasting, clear visibility of risks and opportunities, and decisive actions to deliver against plan.
• Track performance vs. targets and proactively course-correct where required.
• Drive best-in-class execution across all customer touchpoints, ensuring strong on-shelf presence, promotional excellence, and standout digital visibility.
• Own the delivery of activation plans that convert—both in-store and across e-commerce platforms.
• Champion e-commerce fundamentals including search visibility, content optimisation, availability, pricing discipline, and conversion performance.
• Work closely with internal teams and customers to ensure products are “always on” and competitive in a fast-moving digital environment.
• Partner cross-functionally with Marketing to design and deliver impactful go-to-market plans for new product launches and key trading periods.
• Ensure alignment between commercial plans and brand strategy to maximise ROI.
• Use data and analytics to identify trends, diagnose performance gaps, and unlock growth opportunities.
• Provide clear, commercially grounded recommendations to internal stakeholders.
• Work in close collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain and Finance teams to ensure aligned execution of customer plans and to resolve operational challenges at pace.
• Actively contribute to weekly sales and supply chain forums, ensuring disciplined follow-up of actions, clear communication of risks, and strong execution against agreed priorities.

Qualifications and Skills required as an Account Manager at Groupe SEB:

• Previous experience in Account Management with P&L accountability in an eCommerce background with eCom activation experience.
• Experience with retailers such as John Lewis, Curry’s, Argos, or Very.
• Comfortable utilising Marketing methods and other digital levers to drive competitiveness.
• Possess an undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification.
• Analytical and able to draw conclusions from data to take corrective action.
• Effective organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and make decisions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to challenges.
• Results-driven and motivated by objectives.
• Entrepreneurial and willing to think outside the box to try new approaches.
• Highly IT literate and able to demonstrate competent use of Microsoft Excel.
• Problem solver with a “can do” attitude, whilst working cross-functionally.

Overview on package – Account Manager – Groupe SEB:

• Working Monday to Friday.
• Hybrid working, 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.
• Tuesday and Wednesday are core days for cross-collaboration.
• A modern office environment with the option to work in open areas.
• Fun and team building activities within the building – Pool and Table Tennis.
• On-site and subsidised gym on-premises, accessible 24/7.
• Discounted lunches (weekly allowance provided).
• On-site parking and a free bus service from Datchet and Slough station.
• Dental and Private Health care options.

EO Statement: Groupe SEB UK is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to eliminating discrimination and promoting equality of opportunity throughout our organisation.