National Account Manager

Are you an engaging sales professional with a passion for fresh food? Do you have experience building relationships with larger retailers and convenience stores? If you excel in fast-paced environments and have a proven track record selling food (ideally short shelf-life/fresh) products, this could be a superb move for you.

This company specialises in providing high-quality products that meet the needs of consumers. Its award-winning commitment to excellence and sustainability has made it a trusted partner for retailers across the nation, and they are looking for an experienced National Account Manager to help them grow further.

What You'll Do:

* Manage Key Accounts: Build and nurture strong relationships for branded and own brand labels.
* Drive Sales Growth: Identify opportunities within existing accounts and develop targeted sales strategies to increase market share.
* Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with various teams both internally and externally, building relationships for effective delivery.
* Performance Reporting: Effectively communicating status, highlighting sales performance and targets, challenges, and opportunities for growth.
What We're Looking For:
* Proven experience in national account management, specifically with larger retailers and convenience stores. This is essential to this role
* Strong background in selling food products, ideally short shelf-life food products or perishables.
* Ability to produce financial and volume forecasts, projecting sales figures.
* Commercially focused: Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
* Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable strategies.
* A proactive, results-oriented approach and exceptional communication abilities.

Why Join our client?

* Fabulous chance to join a growing, innovative business and make your mark.
* Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
* Opportunities for professional growth in a supportive and innovative environment.
* Be part of a company that values sustainability and quality in every product delivered.

Ready to Make an Impact? If you're passionate about fresh food and excited to drive sales in the retail sector, we want to hear from you!


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