National Account Manager

Lindt; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Bonus

Pension

Life cover

Personal Development Allowance

Job summary

Lindt UK is seeking a National Account Manager to lead Easter and All Year-Round Confectionery categories for the account, negotiating portfolio plans and supporting central negotiations. The role is based in London with hybrid work (60% office / 40% home), guiding cross-functional teams to drive growth over the next 1-3 years.

You will develop strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders, deliver annual plans, AYR and NPD, optimise trade spend, and mentor team members to ensure

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience in a major FMCG organisation.
• Track record of delivering portfolio-specific plans.
• Ability to implement AYR and seasonal plans, commercially and logistically.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop credible relationships across the customer base and with internal influencers to agree and execute Joint Business Plans in line with agreed Account’s sales plans.
• Lead development and execution of an Account Express strategy, as part of the total UK Wholesale and Convenience Strategy.
• Drive Lindt customer relationships through high professionalism in account management at the appropriate levels.
• Deliver in-year plan & budget linked to the Company strategy; build and deliver robust Joint Business & Account Plans.
• Plan and manage resources to achieve Account’s sales budget and growth.

Skills

Sales experience

Leadership

Communication

Networking

Analytical

Budget management

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

National Account Manager### National Account ManagerApply: Hybrid: London, United Kingdom: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 6, 2026 (15 days left to apply): JR104018**A little bit about Lindt**We are a premium chocolate manufacturer established in 1845 operating in over 86 countries around the World. Guided by our Global purpose to Enchant the World with Chocolate and UK vision of Creating Moments to Make Everyone Feel Special, we have around 700 team members in the UK across our Head Office, Retail, and Field Sales divisions. We are a Top 20 Great Place to Work and are proud of our incredible people, our unique values-led culture and our iconic market leading brands such as LINDOR & GOLD BUNNY. We’re also proud of being one of the few bean-to-bar chocolate makers in the world, where we control every step of our chocolate production.**How you could help us to Enchant the World with Chocolate**In this role, you will be a key member of this Account Business Unit. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the Easter & All Year-Round Confectionary categories for this account, lead portfolio specific negotiations, support the SNAM on central negotiations and provide mentorship and guidance to the wider cross functional team.This role requires that customer needs, company sales objectives and profitability goals are achieved through building customer plans that enable a framework of growth over the next 1-3 years.**Where you’ll be based** Richmond, London (Hybrid Working: 60% office / 40% working from home)# **Key Responsibilities****Develop Key Accounts*** Develop credible and strong relationships across the customer base and with key internal influencers to agree and execute Joint Business Plans in line with agreed Account’s sales plans* Develop deep understanding of Account and networks within the account to develop Lindt’s business* Lead the development and execution of an Account Express strategy, as part of the total UK Wholesale and Convenience Strategy* Drive effective Lindt customer relationships through high professionalism in account management at the appropriate levels* Understand customer timelines and requirements and proactively and constructively work these back within the Lindt organisation* Short to midterm focus on account development (1 -3 years)**Deliver Sales Controllables*** Deliver in year plan & budget linked to the Company strategy* Build and deliver robust Joint Business & Account Plans* Implement AYR, seasonal plans and NPD – through correct distribution, merchandising, feature and logistical phasing* Deliver growth and strategic plans by portfolio to deliver NTS requirements, RSV, Profit and market share objectives* Optimise commercial spend investments and sustainable growth of Lindt NNP* Develop interdependent & collaborative relationships with Lindt cross functional teams* Deliver pace to the accounts development and meet agreed account requirements within agreed deadlines* Plan and manage resources (BDT) to achieve Account’s sales budget**What experience you’ll bring*** Have proven sales experience within a major FMCG organisation* Have a record of consistent success in the management and execution of portfolio specific plans* Show capability to implement AYR and seasonal plans, both commercially and logistically* Demonstrate strong leadership qualities – able to enlist, energise and develop others* Have strong communication and networking skills* Be performance driven, tenacious and goal orientated* Be able to work cross functionally both internally and externally* Excellence analytical skills with an ability to manage considerable budgets and investments**How you will be rewarded**Internal level 2For the National Account Manager position, the salary range is £50,000 - £62,000. In addition, you will receive a benefits package including; car allowance, bonus, pension, life cover, £100 a year Personal Development Allowance, chocolate allowance; chocolate give-aways, chocolate discount, birthday day off and so much more!**Being yourself every day**We want everyone at Lindt feel safe to be themselves, ensuring they are empowered, represented, celebrated and included in our workplace. You’ll notice this throughout the recruitment process; in our ‘dress for your day’ policy and through our proactive DE&I strategy.**Living our values everyday**At Lindt UK, our values guide us in everything we do. Being Passionately Lindt, Always Evolving, Building Real Relationships, Acting Responsibly and Making An Impact are an integral part of life here at Lindt.**What you can expect from us**In return for everything that you’ll bring, we can offer you an exciting role in a fast-growing organisation, where we’ll provide an environment where you will thrive, feel supported and fulfil your career aspirations, all while supporting your physical and mental wellbeing.