Senior National Account Manager in Cambridge

Senior National Account Manager in Cambridge

Cambridge Full-Time 50000 - 65000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Henderson Brown Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Drive customer growth and develop strategic partnerships in a fast-paced FMCG environment.
  • Company: Growing food business with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
  • Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development.
  • Other info: Join a dynamic team and support international market expansion.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of a successful food business and make a real impact.
  • Qualifications: Proven track record in account management and strong negotiation skills.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.

Senior National Account Manager

Ready for your next step in FMCG?

We are partnering with a growing food business to appoint a Senior National Account Manager who will play a key role in driving customer growth, developing strategic partnerships and supporting expansion across UK and international markets.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially focused account leader who enjoys building relationships, identifying opportunities and turning strategy into results within a fast-paced FMCG environment.

  • What you'll be doing
  • Develop and deliver account growth strategies across branded and private label customers.
  • Manage and grow key customer relationships, identifying opportunities to increase revenue and strengthen partnerships.
  • Support expansion into new markets and develop international customer opportunities.
  • Build strong, long-term relationships with retail and foodservice customers.
  • Work collaboratively with Sales, Finance, NPD, Supply Chain, Planning and Customer Services teams to deliver outstanding customer solutions.
  • Manage customer forecasts, budgets and commercial performance.
  • Lead customer meetings, negotiations and strategic discussions.
  • Support and develop an Account Manager within the commercial team.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who combines strategic thinking with a hands‑on commercial approach.

You'll enjoy building relationships, understanding customers and markets, and identifying opportunities for growth.

You'll ideally have

  • A proven track record of managing and growing customer accounts within FMCG.
  • Experience developing new business opportunities and delivering commercial growth.
  • Strong negotiation and relationship‑building skills.
  • Excellent understanding of retail, foodservice and customer supply chains.
  • Strong analytical skills with confidence working with data and reporting.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.

You'll fit right in if you're...

  • Commercially minded with a passion for growth.
  • A natural relationship builder who enjoys influencing customers and internal teams.
  • Energetic, organised and solutions‑focused.
  • Curious about markets, customers and new opportunities.
  • Someone who enjoys developing relationships and delivering results.

Why this opportunity?

This is more than an account management role; it's an opportunity to help shape the future growth of a successful food business.

You’ll have the opportunity to influence strategy, work with high profile customers, support international growth and make a real impact within a collaborative commercial team.

If you're ready to take the next step in your FMCG career and play a key role in business growth, we'd love to hear from you

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Senior National Account Manager in Cambridge employer: Henderson Brown Recruitment

Henderson Brown Recruitment is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Portsmouth that values flexibility and competitive pay for its Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer role. With a strong focus on employee growth and development within the FMCG sector, the company fosters a collaborative culture where innovative ideas are encouraged, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.

Henderson Brown Recruitment

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We think you need these skills to ace Senior National Account Manager in Cambridge

Account Growth Strategies
Customer Relationship Management
Negotiation Skills
Strategic Thinking
Commercial Acumen
Business Development
Analytical Skills