National Account Executive (Health/Wellness)

Michael Page (UK); Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the OTC healthcare sector is seeking a National Account Executive for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role offers the chance to develop foundational knowledge and skills in a supportive environment, focusing on customer support and internal account management. The successful candidate will engage with key accounts, manage data, and contribute to sales analysis. With a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth, this position is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in a fast-paced commercial setting. Don't miss the chance to be part of a dynamic team in Reading!

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Professional Growth Opportunities

Supportive Company Culture

Parking On-Site

Accessible via Public Transport

Qualifications

• Experience in Sales Support within a commercial function is preferred.
• FMCG experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer support tasks and build relationships with key accounts.
• Conduct sales analysis and maintain accuracy of team files.

Skills

Data Management

Time Management

Excel (Intermediate)

PowerPoint (Intermediate)

Problem Solving

Workload Management

Effective Communication

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

• Excellent 12 month FTC within OTC/Healthcare, likely to extend/go perm!
• Perfect to build and develop foundational NAE knowledge and skills!

About Our Client

My client focuses on over-the-counter (OTC) products, delivering healthcare solutions for consumers worldwide. They offer a variety of products, ranging from pain relief, digestive health, and allergy relief, to vitamins and minerals.

Job Description

The successful National Account Executive will:

Customer Support (50%)

• Complete new line forms
• Complete promotional proposal forms
• Co-ordinate and attend external meetings & events
• Build effective relationships with key account contacts
• Work cross-functionally to implement agreed customer plans
• Conduct regular online and in-store audits to review implementation of activity and monitor competitor activity
• Respond to ad hoc queries and requests

Internal Account Support (50%)

• Invoice management
• Sales analysis and reporting
• Weekly / monthly forecast management
• Maintain accuracy of team files (contact matrix, trade spend, customer activity plans)
• Co-ordinate internal meetings and events as required
• Project work e.g. return on investment analysis

The Successful Applicant

The successful National Account Executive could have:

• Experience working as Sales Support for a Commercial Function
• Experience of working in a fast-paced commercial environment, ideally in Sales
• FMCG experience advantageous

Skills:

• Manage data accurately (including spreadsheet management)
• The ability to time manage effectively
• The ability to use Excel to an intermediate level to interpret sales data and create reports for the client
• The ability to use PowerPoint to an intermediate level to help create compelling presentations for both customers and clients
• The ability to proactively anticipate issues and solve them in a timely manner by investigating as appropriate and liaising with internal and external stakeholders
• The ability to autonomously manage and prioritise your own workload to ensure accuracy, attention to detail and that deadlines are met as agreed
• The ability to communicate effectively with internal colleagues and external clients, customers and suppliers

Will have a Full UK Driving License

What's on Offer

• 12 month FTC with likelihood to extend/go permanent
• Competitive Salary circa £35k-40k DOE
• Opportunity to develop skills at NAE level working on important High Street / Pharma Accounts
• An inclusive and supportive company culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A competitive benefits package

If you're local to Reading/Thames Valley Park and can commit to circa 3 days in the office - parking on-site / accessible via Public Transport, please do get in touch! This role won't be around for long.

Reviewing CVs - ongoing. Please hit apply!