National Account Executive

PZ Cussons; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer goods company in Manchester is seeking a motivated National Account Executive. The role involves executing prom plans, developing customer relationships, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates have a business or marketing degree and experience in FMCG account management. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential. This position offers a permanent contract and is part of a diverse, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a degree in business or marketing, ideally with experience in account management or field sales in FMCG.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel demonstrating the use of analysis to develop plans.
• Experience of working with external partners ideally in a business development role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the prom plan is executed effectively in-store.
• Complete NPD/product documentation as directed.
• Work with the demand manager to deliver a clear and accurate forecast.
• Develop customer relationships across all functions.
• Deliver insights from data sources to optimise ideas.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in business or marketing

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Overview

We are PZ Cussons. Our purpose is For everyone, for life, for good . Sustainability and the wellbeing of people, families and communities everywhere are at the heart of everything that we do.

Position Snapshot

Job title : National Account Executive

Location : Manchester

Contract type : Permanent

Who are we

At PZ Cussons, we make some of the UK’s best-loved brands – think Original Source, Charles Worthington, Carex, Imperial Leather, Sanctuary Spa, Childs Farm and more. We’re a FTSE-250 business with global reach and bold ambitions.

The Role

We are looking for a motivated and tenacious individual with great relationship building qualities, is solutions driven and pragmatic, and is incredibly motivated with excellent communication skills. You will be reporting to the Business Unit Controller, and you will be supporting and working with the rest of the Commercial Sales team.

Duties / Accountabilities

• Responsible for ensuring the prom plan is executed to maximum effect and is implemented in-store as per the brief
• Complete all NPD / product documentation as directed by the SNAM (internally & externally)
• Working with the demand manager to optimise all available inputs to deliver and communicate to the business a clear and accurate forecast
• Develop customer relationships across all functions (supply chain, marketing, merchandising and prom management)
• Deliver insights from the data sources (IRI.TNS & Kantar) and work with the SNAM to optimise these ideas across the customer
• Demonstrate with colleagues, clients, and suppliers’ habitual behaviour with winning team principles
• Ensure you and your team comply with legal, regulatory, and other standards as directed by the company

Key Attributes / Skills

• Graduate with a degree in business or marketing, ideally with experience in account management or field sales in FMCG
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel demonstrating the use of analysis to develop plans
• Experience of working with external partners (Retail or Distributor) ideally in a business development role

Understanding of the retail, media & digital landscape

Please note that we are not able to offer visa sponsorship or assist with relocation support for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the country where this role is located before applying.

Equal Opportunities

At PZ Cussons, we value diversity and make sure everyone feels included. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and your unique perspective helps us develop brands and create new products for our consumers.

If you need extra support during this process, please inform us so that we can accommodate your needs appropriately. It is important to us that all candidates feel recognised and have a good experience with PZ Cussons as part of our commitment to inclusivity.

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