National Accounts Leader — Premium Foodservice Growth

D R Newitt & Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

D.R. Newitt & Associates is recruiting a Head of National Accounts for a market-leading UK distributor of luxury ingredients, pastry products and premium hospitality solutions, based in North West London and serving high-end gastronomy across the UK.

This pivotal role leads national accounts strategy across the UK and guides a small commercial team. You will own the annual National Accounts plan, lead commercial negotiations with major accounts, mentor the National Accounts team, and partner

Responsibilities

• Own and execute the National Accounts Business Plan and deliver on volume, sales and gross profit targets.
• Act as senior commercial lead for national and group accounts, securing long-term trading agreements.
• Provide line management and development to the National Accounts team.
• Partner with Purchasing, Marketing, Operations and Customer Service to align growth and launch new product lines.

Job description

D.R. Newitt & Associates is recruiting a Head of National Accounts for a market-leading UK distributor of luxury ingredients, pastry products and premium hospitality solutions, based in North West London and serving high-end gastronomy across the UK.

This pivotal role leads national accounts strategy across the UK and guides a small commercial team. You will own the annual National Accounts plan, lead commercial negotiations with major accounts, mentor the National Accounts team, and partner