National Account Executive

MDCV UK; Gravesham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading English wine producer is seeking a driven National Account Executive to support Off-Trade expansion. This role involves building and executing promotional plans that drive brand visibility and analyzing market trends. The ideal candidate has experience in the FMCG industry and a passion for sustainability in premium drinks. Join a growing team dedicated to changing the landscape of English wine production.

Qualifications

• Experience within drinks or FMCG industries required.
• Self-motivated and resilient with a track record of delivering results.

Responsibilities

• Support Off-Trade accounts and deliver sales targets.
• Build and execute promotional plans to drive brand visibility.
• Analyse market trends and competitor activity.

Skills

Experience as a National Account Executive

Commercially minded and data-driven

Negotiation and influencing skills

Relationship building

Passion for premium drinks and sustainability

Job description

• Be part of a pioneering business that's set to become the largest English wine producer by 2026.
• Represent an award‑winning, premium portfolio spanning English sparkling, still, and Provence rosé wines.
• Channel lead support of key grocery and retail accounts, shaping how MDCV UK’s brands are seen and sold nationwide.
• Join a passionate, growing team that values creativity, collaboration, and commercial flair.
• Work with brands that champion sustainability, innovation, and authenticity—from carbon‑negative vineyards to globally iconic winery design. Manage and grow existing Off‑Trade accounts, delivering on sales, distribution, and profit targets.
• Build and execute 12‑month promotional plans that drive ROI and increase brand visibility.
• Support Off‑Trade expansion by identifying new business opportunities within grocery and key retail channels.
• Partner with marketing, supply chain, and finance to deliver seamless, commercially sound execution.
• Analyse category data, market trends, and competitor activity to inform strategy.
• Activate brands across retail and trade events, bringing the MDCV UK portfolio to life.
• You’ve got experience as a National Account Executive, Account Manager, or Trade Marketing Executive within drinks or the FMCG world.
• You’re commercially minded, data‑driven, and thrive on building relationships that deliver real results.
• You’re confident negotiating, influencing, and working cross‑functionally.
• You’re self‑motivated, resilient, and love seeing your plans deliver measurable impact.
• You’re passionate about premium drinks, sustainability, and making a genuine mark in a growing category.
• MDCV UK is changing the face of English wine. With over 700 acres under vine (growing to 1,000+ by 2025) and they’re leading a new era of sustainable, organic wine production.