National Account Manager - Grocery

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative beverage brand is seeking a dynamic National Account Manager to drive growth in the grocery sector. This role involves taking full ownership of major accounts, including industry leaders, and requires a blend of strategic thinking and relationship-building skills. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, leveraging your commercial acumen to maximize sales and execute impactful marketing initiatives. With a supportive team and a focus on growth, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a well-recognized brand. If you are passionate about FMCG and ready to elevate your career, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Additional day off on your birthday

Private healthcare

Enhanced parental leave

Free products and office perks

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in grocery account management.
• Strong analytical skills and commercial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Manage key grocery accounts with full P&L ownership.
• Develop strategies to enhance distribution and promotional performance.
• Lead trade activations and analyze market data for trends.

Skills

Account Management

Commercial Acumen

Negotiation Skills

Data Analysis

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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National Account Manager - Grocery, London

Client:

Vertical Advantage

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

26.03.2025

Expiry Date:

10.05.2025

Job Description:

Are you a driven and commercially savvy National Account Manager with experience in the grocery channel? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

We’re working with a leading beverage brand that has taken the market by storm, building a strong presence in the UK and beyond. This is an exciting chance to join a passionate team, working on some of the most recognizable products in the category.

The Role

As a National Account Manager, you will take full ownership of major grocery accounts, including Tesco, Co-op, and Morrisons. You will be responsible for driving sales, developing strategic plans, and executing best-in-class activations to maximize growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Full P&L ownership for key grocery accounts
2. Develop and implement customer strategies to drive distribution, availability, and promotional performance
3. Build and maintain strong relationships with key retail partners
4. Lead trade activations, shopper marketing initiatives, and ESG-driven projects
5. Analyze market data to identify trends and opportunities
6. Work cross-functionally with marketing, category, and supply chain teams

What We’re Looking For

1. 2+ years of grocery account management experience
2. Ideally experience working with Tesco (at least 1 year preferred)
3. Strong commercial and numerical acumen, with the ability to analyze data and drive decision-making
4. A passion for FMCG and an entrepreneurial mindset
5. Excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills

What’s in It for You?

1. Additional day off on your birthday
2. Private healthcare and enhanced parental leave
3. Free products and office perks

This is a fantastic opportunity to take your career to the next level within a high-growth, innovative brand. If you're ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!