At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and grow Convenience channel partnerships for a leading health & wellness brand.
- Company: Exciting health & wellness brand with over 20 years in the ready-to-drink protein category.
- Benefits: Real responsibility from day one, fast career progression, and a supportive team culture.
- Other info: Great opportunity for ambitious individuals looking to develop their commercial career.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the health & wellness industry.
- Qualifications: 1-3 years in FMCG sales or account management; passion for health and fitness is a bonus.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 60000 £ per year.
Are you an ambitious sales professional looking to take your next step with one of the UK's most exciting health & wellness brands? Our client has been at the forefront of the ready-to-drink protein category for over 20 years. Known for great-tasting, high-quality recovery nutrition, the brand continues to grow, innovate, and expand its range to meet the needs of today's health-conscious consumer.
As part of their next phase of growth, they're looking to hire a Junior National Account Manager to manage and grow their Convenience channel partnerships and help drive the brand into more hands, more often.
The Role
As Junior NAM, you'll take ownership of a defined portfolio of Convenience accounts, supporting the delivery of sustainable growth while building strong retailer relationships. You'll be working closely with a senior commercial lead, with real responsibility from day one and the structure to develop quickly.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day relationships across a portfolio of Convenience accounts
- Support the development and execution of Joint Business Plans
- Assist in commercial negotiations on promotions, pricing, and ranging
- Identify opportunities to drive distribution, rate of sale, and availability
- Use data and category insights to inform customer plans and internal decision-making
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, NPD, Finance, and Supply Chain
- Deliver clear and accurate performance reporting to the wider team
- Contribute to a positive, high-energy commercial team culture
The Person
- 1–3 years' experience in an FMCG sales or account management role
- Some exposure to Convenience, wholesale, or impulse channels is a strong advantage (e.g. Nisa, Spar, Bestway, etc)
- Commercially curious with a hunger to learn and progress
- Comfortable working with data and confident communicating insights
- Strong relationship builder — personable, proactive, and reliable
- Organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Passion for health, fitness, or nutrition is a real bonus
This is a brilliant opportunity to develop your commercial career within a brand with real momentum, genuine products, and an ambitious team behind them.
Junior National Account Manager in City of London employer: Vertical Advantage
Join a dynamic and innovative health & wellness brand that has been leading the ready-to-drink protein category for over 20 years. As a Junior National Account Manager in London, you'll benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development, with real responsibilities from day one. Enjoy the unique advantage of working within a passionate team dedicated to making a positive impact on health-conscious consumers while fostering strong relationships in the Convenience channel.
