Senior National Account Manager - Beauty

Michael Page (UK); London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the beauty sector is seeking a Senior National Account Manager to spearhead their expansion into the UK and EU markets. This role involves managing key retail relationships, driving sales growth, and collaborating with various internal teams to ensure strategic alignment. The successful candidate will possess a strong background in beauty or personal care, exceptional negotiation skills, and a proven track record in national accounts. With a competitive salary and the flexibility of hybrid working, this is an exciting opportunity for a driven individual looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Performance Related Bonus

Opportunities for Career Growth

Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• Background in beauty or personal care is essential.
• Track record of delivering growth in national accounts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the launch into the UK market.
• Manage customer relationships and build retail partnerships.
• Lead strategy to drive sales growth.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Relationship Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Sales Strategy Development

Job description

• Join an established Australian beauty company as they launch into the UK & EU
• Manage UK retail relationships to drive growth

About Our Client

Our client is a health and personal care giant in the Australian market, and are embarking on the next stage of their growth by expanding into the UK & EU. With some key partnerships already agreed and a date for the UK launch, they are on the hunt for an SNAM to lead on the strategy, roll out and continued growth.

Job Description

• Oversee the launch into the UK market
• Manage customer relationships and build strong retail partnerships
• Lead on strategy to drive sales growth and achieve financial targets
• Conduct regular business reviews with customers
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment of sales strategies
• Manage cross-functional relationships with marketing, NPD, eComm, category and supply chain
• Provide accurate and timely forecasts to the business, along with regular reporting to senior management

The Successful Applicant

A successful 'SNAM' should have:

• A background and understanding of beauty or personal care
• Demonstrable track record of delivering growth in national accounts (Boots or Superdrug preferred, grocery considered)
• Exceptional negotiation and relationship management skills
• Strong analytical skills to drive sales strategies
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• A hunter mentality and a drive to perform and do well
• Flexibility to adapt, be dynamic and work in an ever changing and evolving team
• Be based in the South East and willing to be in a Central London office as required

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary package of c. £85,000 with some flex
• £10k car allowance
• 30% performance related bonus
• Hybrid working - up to 4 days a week in the office
• Opportunities for career growth