Senior National Account Manager

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Overview

Sparking Growth for FMCG start-ups and challenger brands! Working together with brands to grow their Sales team.

Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days in office)

At MKJ Ignite, we work with some of the most exciting challenger brands in FMCG, the ones that don’t just make great products but change the game while they’re at it.

This role is with a market-leading healthy soft drinks brand that’s taking on the old-school players, cutting unnecessary food waste, and creating a drink you can genuinely feel good about. Think fruit, bold flavour, and zero sugar or sweeteners. Launched in 2017, they’ve become a major force in a category growing 60% YoY, selling in 20+ countries, landing major listings with Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Waitrose, Ocado and M&S. Now, they’re ready to dominate Convenience & Forecourts and that’s where you come in.

The role

This is a brand-new position with a huge growth remit. You’ll take full ownership of the Convenience & Forecourts strategy, win major new business, and build long-lasting customer relationships across a high-potential channel.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has 5+ years’ experience in the FMCG Convenience & Forecourts space with a proven track record of launching products
• Comes armed with a strong network of F&C buyers and contacts
• Thrives with a hunter mindset, energized by winning new business
• Is a natural relationship-builder who loves being out meeting customers
• Brings strong P&L management, negotiation skills, and commercial acumen
• Can spot opportunities others miss and knows how to make them happen
• Is excited about championing better-for-you drinks that are changing the industry

Competitive salary + discretionary bonus

Hybrid working (3 days in the office)

Share options after 1 year

Subsidised travel (Zones 1–2)

Regular socials + a supportive, dynamic work culture

Responsibilities

You will:

• Take full ownership of the Convenience & Forecourts strategy
• Win major new business and build long-lasting customer relationships

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in FMCG Convenience & Forecourts with product-launch experience
• Strong network of F&C buyers and contacts
• Hungry, proactive, and capable of working in a hunter sales environment
• Excellent relationship-building and field presence
• Strong P&L, negotiation, and commercial acumen
• Ability to identify and execute opportunities moving the business forward

How to apply

Now: Apply today with your CV which will be reviewed by our MKJ Ignite team.

First Stage: Teams call with the hiring manager

Second Stage: Face to face interview in the office and meet the wider team

People and process notes

People are at the heart of everything we do. We embrace diversity and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process that means people can be their best authentic self.

We would love to reply to all applications; however, due to high volumes, we may not respond to everyone within 14 days. It is possible that the position could be closing soon, so please stay tuned for other opportunities with us.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Business Development

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing
• Wholesale Food and Beverage
• Food and Beverage Retail

London, England, United Kingdom