At a Glance
- Tasks: Create and execute business plans to maximise sales with key customers.
- Company: Join BEAR UK, a leader in healthy snacking with exciting brands.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, vibrant office culture, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Work in a beautiful office in St Albans, with a collaborative team.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team driving sustainable growth in the snack industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in National Account Management or a strong background in grocery accounts.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Lotus Natural Foods, the healthy snacking division of Lotus Bakeries, has a portfolio of 5 incredible brands: BEAR, TREK, nakd, Kiddylicious, and Peters Yard. We have great ambitions for all our brands, ensuring sustainable growth over the long-term. Taste and quality are what underpins us as brand leaders within our categories.
To date, we have achieved so much, but there is still plenty of room to grow further, and that means we need more brilliant people who share an ambition for making a difference.
About the Role
- Devise & deliver exceptional business plans with key customers, ensuring sales of our products are maximised at key trading periods.
- Manage P&L and forecasting of assigned accounts and deliver value, volume, and GP% metrics.
- Build unrivalled cross-functional relationships with key customer contacts across buying, supply chain, category & format teams.
- Work with the Category Manager to deliver insights that drive significant business benefit.
- Deliver top-class visibility and penetration through bringing BEAR alive in stores and online.
- Utilise customer systems to maximise our sales including influencing availability, compliance, and promotion management.
- Work with BEAR field sales team to ensure delivery of strong local activation.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Is likely an existing National Account Manager with experience of working on Grocery accounts or an awesome National Account Executive looking for the next step up.
- Is results-driven and can show examples of strong, tangible business results.
- Has resilience and tenacity, working effectively when faced with tough buyers or tricky negotiations.
- Is analytical and can bring new and relevant insights on your accounts.
- Is a great relationship builder with a collaborative attitude.
- Is a natural fit for the team.
A couple of things that are not essential but would be nice to have:
- Experience in snack/cereal category.
- Online and Digital sales experience.
Other key requirements:
- Right-To-Work within the UK (without sponsorship).
- Educated to bachelor's degree level in a relevant field from a top university; a master's degree is desirable.
Please note this role is a full-time position at our offices in St Albans, with four days a week spent on-site.
National Account Manager in Watford employer: Lotus Bakeries UK
Lotus Natural Foods is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development while working with renowned brands in the healthy snacking sector. Our beautiful St Albans office fosters a supportive environment where passionate individuals can thrive and contribute to our ambitious goals for sustainable growth.
