At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the grocery channel and manage key customer accounts while coaching a small team.
- Company: Established branded food SME with a culture of trust and growth.
- Benefits: Up to £110,000 salary, car allowance, bonus, and competitive benefits.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic environment with opportunities for strategic influence and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a growing business with strong brands and ambitious plans.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in managing UK grocery accounts and leading commercial teams.
The predicted salary is between 110000 - 110000 £ per year.
- Head of Grocery - Branded Food - London
- £Up to £110,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus etc
- I'm currently working with a well-established branded food SME that's looking to appoint a
Head of Grocery to lead its grocery channel.
This isn't a role where you'll spend all day in meetings.
They're looking for someone who's happy to stay close to the customer, continue managing key grocery accounts and lead a small commercial team by example.
It's a business that's growing steadily, with strong brands, ambitious plans and a culture where people are trusted to get on with the job.
You'll work closely with the senior leadership team and have a genuine say in the commercial direction of the business.
The role will involve
- Leading the UK Grocery channel and delivering the commercial strategy.
- Managing a portfolio of key grocery customers.
- Coaching and developing a small team of National Account Managers.
- Negotiating JBPs, promotional plans and annual agreements.
- Identifying new opportunities for growth across existing and new customers.
- Working cross-functionally with Marketing, Supply Chain and Finance to deliver commercial objectives.
We're looking for someone who has
- A proven track record managing UK grocery accounts within branded FMCG.
- Previous experience leading or mentoring a commercial team.
- Strong commercial and negotiation skills.
- A hands-on approach and the ability to balance strategic thinking with day-to-day account management.
- Experience working in an SME, or someone who enjoys the pace, visibility and accountability that comes with a smaller business.
Package
- London-based (hybrid)
- Up to
- Bonus
- Car allowance
- Competitive benefits package
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Head of Grocery in London employer: New Chapter
Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding consumer brand as a Senior National Account Manager, where you'll thrive in a culture that values innovation and collaboration. With a focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to lead key retail partnerships across the UK, driving significant impact while enjoying a supportive environment that encourages professional development. This role offers not only competitive benefits but also the chance to work within an ambitious team dedicated to achieving excellence in the FMCG sector.
