National Account Manager

Always Candid; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international manufacturer is seeking a National Account Manager to handle retail and wholesale accounts. The role involves driving sales growth, managing key business relationships, and developing strategic account plans. Candidates should have strong FMCG account management experience and a proven track record in delivering profitable growth. The position offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and other benefits.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Bonus

Private Medical

Pension

33 days holiday

Qualifications

• Proven Account Management experience in FMCG, ideally within FMCG.
• Track record of winning new listings and delivering profitable growth.
• Skilled negotiator, confident communicator.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of major retail and wholesale customers.
• Identify and win new business from first contact to long-term partnership.
• Build and execute strategic account plans.

Skills

Account Management experience in FMCG

Winning new listings

Strong grasp of P&L

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Job description

A leading international manufacturer in the personal care sector is looking for a driven National Account Manager to help shape the future of its high-performance, sustainable products portfolio.

This is a pivotal commercial role within a business that combines world-class production capabilities with an entrepreneurial, growth-oriented culture.

You'll take ownership of retail and wholesale customers in a dynamic category driving sales growth, opening new accounts, and delivering results through strong partnerships, data-led decisions, and creative solutions.

If you thrive on challenge, love building relationships, and have the energy to make things happen, this would be a very good career move with an excellent business.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of major retail and wholesale customers within the wipes category.
• Identify and win new business, from first contact through to long-term partnership.
• Deliver on key KPIs including sales, profit, and volume while maintaining forecast accuracy and commercial discipline.
• Build and execute strategic account plans, aligning with customer and company growth objectives.
• Lead commercial negotiations on pricing, promotions, and contracts to maximize mutual value.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Supply Chain, Technical, Finance, and Operations to ensure flawless delivery.
• Bring new product ideas to life, working cross-functionally from concept through launch.
• Champion sustainability, innovation, and customer satisfaction across every part of the value chain.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven Account Management experience in FMCG — ideally within FMCG.
• A track record of winning new listings and delivering profitable growth.
• Strong grasp of P&L, forecasting, and commercial levers.
• Experience with private label and branded products.
• Skilled negotiator, confident communicator, and analytical thinker.
• A collaborative, can-do attitude. You make things happen and bring people with you.

Who You Are

You’re commercially sharp, curious, and ambitious. You see opportunity where others see obstacles. You build trust quickly and turn strategy into results. You’re motivated by autonomy but thrive in a team that values openness, accountability, and innovation.

Why Join

• Be part of a fast-growing, forward-thinking organisation with major investment in the UK market.
• Work on a state-of-the-art manufacturing business that’s scaling rapidly.
• Enjoy autonomy, visibility, and real influence in shaping category growth.
• Join a business that values sustainability, quality, and long-term partnerships not just short-term wins.

The Offer

• £50,000 - £60,000 Salary
• Car Allowance
• Bonus
• Private Medical
• Pension
• 33 days holiday

If you’re ready to grow in your career in a high-energy, people-focused environment please apply now