At a Glance
- Tasks: Build relationships with major retail accounts and create impactful commercial plans.
- Company: Dynamic food manufacturer with ambitious growth plans and a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Mentoring, career development, and a chance to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Other info: Opportunities for personal growth and succession planning within the team.
- Why this job: Join a team where innovation and quality drive success in the food industry.
- Qualifications: Strong account management experience and a passion for the food sector.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
A great opportunity for a National Account Manager who is looking for development and mentoring, joining an established team where people, innovation and quality are core priorities. Due to an internal promotion, this role will support and develop strategic retail accounts. With a strong track record of growth, you'll be joining a food business where you can clearly see the next step in your commercial career.
The Business
- Food manufacturer with a strong presence in their chosen categories
- Significant growth plans for the next 12 months and beyond
- Reporting into the Commercial Director and working alongside an experienced team
- Strong longevity across the commercial function
- Fast‑paced own‑label and branded environment
- Dynamic and ambitious organisation
The Role
- Develop and build relationships with major retail accounts in line with the commercial strategy
- Create and deliver commercial plans with effective proposals across branded and own‑label ranges
- Maintain a detailed understanding of the category, including innovation, trends and sector changes
- Create and deliver JDPs aligned to the strategic agenda
- Lead customer negotiations and become their trusted 'go‑to' contact
- Work cross‑functionally to drive commercial projects and contribute to an open, engaged culture
Your Background
- Strong account management experience and commercial acumen, ideally with major UK retailers
- A confident communicator with excellent attention to detail and thorough preparation for customer meetings
- Able to work collaboratively across commercial and wider business functions
- Numerically strong
- A genuine interest in the food industry
As mentioned above, this role has arisen due to a promotion, so succession planning and personal development are important to the business. The Commercial Director is keen to bring in someone who will grow with the team as they continue their category success.
Please send a full CV to Sarah in the Novus Recruitment Team - interviews are being arranged at pace.
National Account Manager - Department Stores employer: Novus Recruitment
Join a dynamic food manufacturer that prioritises people, innovation, and quality, offering a supportive environment for the National Account Manager role. With significant growth plans and a strong focus on employee development, you'll have the opportunity to advance your commercial career while working alongside an experienced team in a fast-paced, collaborative culture. This is not just a job; it's a chance to be part of a thriving organisation where your contributions are valued and recognised.
