National Account Manager

Job Title: National Account Manager
Salary: £40-50K DOE
Location: London
Sector/ Industry: FMCG
VAC - 24401
 
 
Would you like to become part of a fast growing FMCG Food Business in Central London?
If you are currently operating as a NAM, enjoy seeking new business and are looking for more responsibility, then this opportunity could be perfect for you! If you’re considering taking on a new challenge within the food industry please read on. 
 
The Advocate Group are looking to appoint a National Account Manager at an ambitious food company. They are a passionate brand nestled in the heart of London.

The company
My client are a major supplier of liquid honey and ingredients into the Food & Drink industry. They handle high volumes of various honeys from numerous origins around the world, including Fairtrade and Organic grades. They also import, manufacture and supply a wide range of traditional and speciality ingredients across both the UK and worldwide. This range covers dry seasonings, glazes, spices, custard and marinades.
 
The business is made up of a small team and they are looking for a hard worker who is willing to get stuck in with all aspects of the business. You will be a proactive in managing key accounts as well as hunting out new business opportunities! If you are a hardworking individual with a go-getter personality and an ambitious drive to succeed within the FMCG market, please read on…
 
Job description

• Seeking new business opportunities, predominantly across the Wholesale and Convenience channel
• Create, implement, review and revise detailed JBP which will drive the achievement of the account full year sales and volume budgets
• Listening to customer requirements and presenting the company products in an appropriate manner to make a sale
• Developing and maintaining relationships with existing customers in person and via telephone calls and emails
• Arrange meetings with potential customers to prospect for new business
• Acting as a contact between a company and its existing and potential markets
• Negotiating the terms of an agreement
• Gathering market and customer information
• Negotiating on: price, costs, delivery and specifications with buyers and managers
• Advising on product developments and discussing special promotions
• Recording sales and order information and sending copies to the sales office, or entering figures into a computer system
• Reviewing your own personal sales performance, aiming to exceed targets
• Gaining a clear understanding of customers' businesses and requirements
• Making accurate cost calculations and providing customers with quotations

 
Person required

• Impressive sales background within the food industry
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills
• Target driven and a self-starter
• Able to understand key data & trends to make key & timely decisions
• Strong time management skills
• Driven team player

 
In return for this skillset, this organisation offers the chance to be a part of a fantastic team with a highly competitive salary and a great career path. 
 
To apply directly please send a copy of your CV and cover letter through to fiona.p.a4lkbc5je6eg@advocate-group.aptrack.co.uk or alternatively please apply via the link below.

Whilst we will always endeavour to respond to you, due to the high levels of applications we receive this isn’t always possible. If you are not contacted within 3 working days, you have unfortunately not been shortlisted for this role.
Please note The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency & business.