Senior National Account Manager

Focus Management Consultants Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Senior National Account Manager in Surrey to manage key retail relationships. You will leverage your account management skills to drive growth for a major UK retail account. Ideal candidates should have over 3 years of experience in the food industry and a strong proactive approach. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £80,000 to £100,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in sales and national account management within the food industry.
• Experience working with UK retail customers.
• Demonstrated ability in new business and key account management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a major UK retail account.
• Identify new business opportunities and drive growth.
• Build strong relationships with Sales, Supply Chain, and Technical teams.

Skills

Sales skills

National account management

Cross-functional collaboration

Proactive attitude

Job description

Overview

Senior National Account Manager | £80,000 - £100,000 plus Benefits | Surrey

We are recruiting for a great Senior National Account Manager that is looking for their next step in terms of key account management, team mentoring and industry-leading remuneration.

About the Role

Our client is a market-leading, award-winning FMCG business within the ambient food sector, supplying premium-quality products to all major UK retailers and foodservice customers. With an impressive global supply base and a reputation for innovation, this organisation combines commercial success with a strong, collaborative culture. The business continues to expand, and as such they need a Senior National Account Manager to join their talented commercial team and take ownership of key retail relationships.

Responsibilities

• As a Senior National Account Manager, you will be responsible for managing and developing a major UK retail account, identifying new business opportunities, and driving growth across both branded and own-label ranges.
• You’ll build strong cross-functional relationships with key stakeholders across Sales, Supply Chain, Technical, and Product Development teams to ensure seamless delivery and exceptional customer service.
• Working closely with Procurement, Category Insight, and Marketing teams, you’ll utilise market data and category insights to deliver impactful customer presentations and secure new listings.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Have at least 3 years’ experience of sales and national account management within the food industry.
• You will demonstrate both new business and key account management skills.
• You must have up-to-date and proven experience of working with UK retail customers.
• Be a proactive, driven, and tenacious professional who will thrive in a fast-paced environment.

How to apply

Please apply with your CV today or contact Abbi to discuss further.