Senior National Account Manager Poultry

RND Recruitment; Chatham; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A food importing company is seeking a Senior National Account Manager to drive new business growth within the frozen poultry sector. The role focuses on securing major accounts in both retail and foodservice, managing the full sales cycle, and maintaining strong relationships with clients. Ideal candidates will have experience closing high-value deals and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £80k, alongside various benefits including a car allowance and performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

Car allowance

Performance-based bonus

Qualifications

• Proven track record in the frozen food industry, ideally frozen poultry.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet ambitious targets.
• Experience with retail and foodservice buyers.

Responsibilities

• Secure new large accounts in foodservice and retail.
• Manage the full sales cycle and maintain relationships.
• Conduct market research to identify opportunities.

Skills

Closing high-value deals

Strong communication

Negotiation skills

Organisational skills

Commercial awareness

Job description

About the job Senior National Account Manager Poultry

Senior National AccountManager - Poultry

Our client is an independently owned food importer specialising in frozen fully cooked poultry products. Its customers include major UK retailers, as well as large to medium foodservice and wholesale operators. With a global supply network spanning the UK, Europe, and the Far East, the business offers a wide range of products, including coated poultry such as chicken and duck, chicken skewers, and more. Known for innovation, it brings new concepts to market and provides bespoke solutions tailored to customer needs.

Role Overview

The company is seeking a Senior NAM / BDMto drive sales growth by securing new large accounts across both foodservice and retail channels. This role will focus primarily on generating new business while also managing key accounts once established. Responsibilities include managing the full sales cycle, building strong relationships with decision-makers, conducting market research, collaborating with internal teams, and representing the business at industry events.

Key Responsibilities

• Secure new large accounts in foodservice and retail channels
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to post-sale relationship management
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers
• Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and stay ahead of industry trends
• Work closely with NPD, operations, and supply chain teams to drive new project launches and ensure timely, seamless delivery to meet customer expectations.
• Represent the business at trade shows, customer meetings, and industry events
• Provide regular sales forecasts, reports, and performance analysis to management

Skills & Experience

• Proven track record of closing high-value deals within the frozen food industry, ideally in frozen poultry
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results against ambitious targets
• Comfortable managing accounts independently while also thriving as part of a team
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills with attention to detail
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to spot opportunities
• Experience working with major retail and/or foodservice buyers

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and results-driven
• Confident decision-maker with a solutions-focused mindset
• Resilient, adaptable, and able to perform in a fast-paced, competitive environment
• Strong team player who values collaboration but can operate independently

Location: National (hybrid), with office based in Kent, UK.
Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary (up to £80k), car allowance, performance-based bonus

Why Apply

Join a fast-growing, innovation-driven company at the forefront of the frozen poultry industry. Play a key role in driving new business growth while working with leading UK retailers and foodservice operators. This is a perfect opportunity for a results-driven sales professional to make a real impact.