Our client is a fast-growing and innovative UK distributor, operating across multiple food and drink categories.
With a diverse portfolio that includes trademarked, licensed, and own-label brands, they supply to a wide range of channels including Discounters, Multiples, Foodservice, Cash & Carry, and Wholesale.
They are now seeking a National Account Manager with a strong drive to grow existing accounts and develop new business opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
With a diverse portfolio that includes trademarked, licensed, and own-label brands, they supply to a wide range of channels including Discounters, Multiples, Foodservice, Cash & Carry, and Wholesale.
They are now seeking a National Account Manager with a strong drive to grow existing accounts and develop new business opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Proactively generate and develop new leads across the convenience, wholesale, and cash & carry channels.
- Manage incoming enquiries while building a robust pipeline of potential customers.
- Conduct market research and initiate outreach through email campaigns, social media, and direct contact to engage prospective clients.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with brand owners, offering tailored solutions that highlight the company’s manufacturing capabilities.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Technical, and Operations teams to support the development and execution of effective strategies.
- Stay up to date with industry trends and market insights to identify new growth opportunities.
- An experienced sales professional in the food and/or drinks industry.
- Passionate about building relationships and identifying commercial opportunities.
- A confident communicator, both digitally and in person.
- Choice of company car or car allowance
- Company bonus scheme
- Company phone and laptop
- 20 days holiday + bank holidays
- Additional Christmas closure (given as extra holiday)
- Opportunity to be part of a growing, forward-thinking business
