Senior National Account Manager (Food)

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bakery brand is seeking a Senior National Account Manager to enhance market share in Slough. The role involves managing key grocery accounts, driving sales performance, and forging strategic relationships. Candidates should have significant FMCG experience and a proven track record in account management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience within the FMCG sector.
• Experience managing grocery accounts at National Account Manager or Senior National Account Manager level.
• Driven by achieving targets with a strategic focus.

Responsibilities

• Forge and cultivate long-term strategic relationships with key grocery retailers.
• Oversee daily management of accounts, ensuring exceptional support.
• Hold full accountability for the P&L and deliver budgeted sales.

Skills

Data analysis

Strategic planning

Relationship management

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Senior National Account Manager (Food), Slough

Client: Vertical Advantage

Location: Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Job Views: 4

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

Location: Central London

Office Days: 3 days

As the Senior National Account Manager for a well-known bakery brand, you'll be instrumental in boosting market share and enhancing the presence of our diverse product lines (spanning premium baked goods, artisanal breads, and private label items) with our top-tier grocery retail clients.

You will take the lead in strategically managing our most significant accounts, ensuring outstanding support and service while driving a substantial improvement in sales performance and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Forge and cultivate long-term strategic relationships with key grocery retailers to generate substantial sales growth and elevate brand visibility.
• Oversee the daily management of accounts, providing exceptional support and service to their buying teams.
• Manage Joint Business Planning (JBP), emphasizing sustainable growth and flawless execution both in-store and online.
• Serve as a category expert, driving growth while representing the business with integrity and pride.
• Hold full accountability for the P&L, ensuring the delivery of budgeted sales and financial key performance indicators.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector.
• At National Account Manager or Senior National Account Manager level with experience managing grocery accounts.
• Good with data and consumer insights
• Driven by achieving and surpassing targets, possessing a "can-do" attitude and a strategic focus.