National Account Manager - Toys

Michael Page (UK); Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading toy company is seeking a NAM - Toys based in Portsmouth, responsible for managing key accounts and driving growth in national retailers. Candidates should have experience with National Retailers, supporting JBPs, and P&L management. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £45,000 with flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience in working with National Retailers, preferably in toys.
• Ability to support Joint Business Plans (JBPs).
• Competence in P&L management and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Manage key accounts, including meetings with buyers and order management.
• Conduct competitor and market research as needed.
• Assist the Senior Manager in achieving growth targets.

Skills

Experience with National Retailers

Experience supporting on JBPs

Experience with P&L and forecasting

Job description

Overview

NAM - Toys - Flexible/Hybrid 1-2 days per week in Hampshire

Excellent business which is growing fast!!

About Our Client

My Client create innovative toys across categories from radio control to creative play and a growing portfolio of Licensed Brands.

Job Description

The role is split across National Accounts + Amazon. Responsibilities for large national accounts and distributors and manage key UK accounts - duties will include:

• Managing key accounts (ie. Hamleys, Rymans etc) which will include meeting with buyers, quoting new lines, chasing orders and managing stock levels to maximise sales
• Carrying out competitor and market research as required
• Arranging product samples for customers as required
• Supporting the Senior Manager (SM) in achieving growth targets agreed at the beginning of the financial year
• Business planning alongside the SM to ensure continuous growth over the next 3-5 years within the ecommerce platforms
• Uploading images and product copy to retailer portals and ensure retailers always have the most up to date images, videos etc
• Completing quote sheets and bespoke NLFs for all customers as/when required
• Amending or creating product presentations as required by the SM
• Attending trade shows and external customer meetings as required
• Amazon Support - Listings, Sales Optimisation, A/B testing, product descriptions

The Successful Applicant

The successful NAM - Toys will:

• Have experience in working with National Retailers - Toys ideally
• Experience supporting on JBPs
• Experience with P&L and forecasting

What's on Offer

On offer for the successful candidate:

• Up to £45,000 basic
• 1-3 days in Portsmouth (flexible dependent on experience)

Interviewing: September, apply now to not miss out