Job Description
This role is field based with travel once a week to Birmingham and with UK travel when required.
We have an exciting opportunity for a National Account Manager to join a fast-paced Food Distribution business who are a leading player in the delivered wholesaler sector. Supplying a comprehensive range of multi-temperature food products to retailers on the high street and in the travel, hospitality and leisure industry, they are looking for a skilled sales professional to manage relationships with their existing customers as well as supporting the development of business with new customers.
About the role
In this role, you will work closely with your customers to monitor sales and profitability, devising joint business plans (JBPs) to deliver growth and profitability and continually drive improvements to the mutual benefit of both parties. In addition to this, you will play a lead role in the identification of opportunities to improve sales and profitably, supporting the Business Development team in securing new accounts. Working cross functionally with internal teams such as Buying, Marketing and Telesales, you will play a lead role in developing sales plans and providing customers with information of new products and promotions.
About the person
We would love to hear from you if you have experience in a customer facing National Account or Commercial Management role where you will have a proven track record of building effective relationships and JBPs that have delivered growth and profit. Ideally you will have experience of dealing with customers in the Forecourt or Convenience sector, but we’d also consider success in the independent retail industry. Either way, you will be familiar with managing a P&L and be commercially savvy, with demonstrable success of delivering results in a cost effective manner.
What you’ll get in return
In return, the job holder will have the opportunity to work within a highly visible team that is being supported with heavy investment by the wider business. Salary would be in the range of £45-50,000 per annum (dep. on experience), company car or car allowance and other great benefits. All of this in a company where a genuine emphasis is placed upon the wellbeing of their staff, customers, and local communities and where they do their best to make it a great place to work.
What to do now
If you believe you have the background, skills and experience outlined above, and are ready for a new challenge where you can make a genuine difference, please apply now with an up to date copy of your CV and any supporting information relevant to the role.