Grocery National Account Manager - Consumer Healthcare

Michael Page (UK); England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer health company is seeking a Grocery National Account Manager to drive growth in the Grocery channel. This role involves achieving commercial objectives across customers and working closely with marketing and finance. Ideal candidates should have account management experience in FMCG and strong negotiation skills. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, with a requirement to be onsite in Surrey three days a week.

Benefits

Base salary of £55,000 to £65,000

£6k car allowance

15% annual bonus

Private medical insurance

25 days leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an account management role within the FMCG, OTC, Pharma, Healthcare sectors.
• Excellent analytical skills to interpret market data and trends.
• Candidates will need to be in the Surrey office 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Drive the continued growth of the Grocery channel.
• Work collaboratively with marketing, category, and finance functions.
• Capitalize on commercial opportunities for increased distribution.

Skills

Account management experience in FMCG

Strong negotiation skills

Results-driven mindset

Analytical skills with Excel

Competence in managing multiple accounts

Proactive teamwork approach

Understanding of grocery sector dynamics

Professional communication skills

Team player

Job description

Driving the Grocery channel growth and managing strong brands in their categories.

About Our Client

Global consumer health and wellness brands with established markets across the world and a strong UK business.

Job Description

The Grocery National Account Manager - Consumer Healthcare will be responsible for driving the continued growth of the Grocery channel, working towards achieving commercial objectives across all customers; driving the relationship forward, and capitalising on all commercial opportunities for increased distribution, growth and profit.

The role will report directly into the Sales Director, and work collaboratively with marketing, category, and finance functions to deliver the company's overall objectives.

The Successful Applicant

The Grocery National Account Manager - Consumer Healthcare will come with the following skills and experiences:

• Proven experience in an account management role within the FMCG, OTC, Pharma, Healthcare sectors
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills
• A results-driven mindset with the ability to meet and exceed sales targets
• Excellent analytical skills to interpret market data and trends including Excel
• Competence in managing multiple accounts and priorities effectively
• A proactive and collaborative approach to teamwork
• Solid understanding of the grocery sector and its dynamics
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team player who enjoys being part of a close team
• Candidates will need to be in the Surrey office 3 days per week

What's on Offer

Circa £55,000 to £65,000 base depending on experience, plus a £6k car allowance, 15% annual bonus, PMI, 25 days leave + other standard benefits.