Senior National Account Manager

Senior National Account Manager. FMCG

£80,000 to £100,00 Basic + Bonus + Exceptional Benefits Package.

Hybrid: Must live within an hour of Reigate.

Recognised as one of the strongest FMCG Food Brands, this company are enjoying phenomenal global growth and is looking to recruit a National Account Manager / Senior National Account Manager. This person will manage the UK grocery retail channel, both Own Label and Branded products.

Responsibilities to include;

• Autonomy and responsibility on a major retail account
• Identifying new business opportunities, following these up and securing new lines
• Building and managing strong relationships with customer contacts across all
• Functions: Sales, Supply Chain, Technical, Product Development, Merchandising·
• Working with the internal Procurement team on new and existing business, constantly assessing the market on buying opportunities for your customers
• Proactive management of customer stock levels, working with the internal Supply Chain team
• Working with the Category Insight Manager and Marketing Manager on best-in-class customer presentations utilising IRI and internal data
• Management and reporting of sales and contract balances

Experience

• Strong preference for a food industry background, although other FMCG products will be considered
• Minimum 3 years’ experience of managing UK Retailers
• Own Label experience is preferable

Competencies

• Proven ability to win new business
• Hands-on account management with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to influence and negotiate in a confident manner
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• Competitive and driven

Personal attributes

• Tenacious with a strong determination to succeed
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Excellent time management and interpersonal skills
• Dynamic and driven
• Strong IT skills and equally confident with spreadsheets

To apply, please email a copy of your CV to Darren Dewrance of Aaron Wallis darren.dewrance@aaronwallis.co.uk

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