Our client:
* We’ve been asked to find the next superstar Account Manager to join a UK based, category leading food manufacturing business.
* With a strong portfolio of brands, our client is driven by its desire to be the number 1 supplier in its category.
* With strong financial backing and an impressive leadership team, the business has gone from infancy to be seen on the shelves of every retailer in the country, as well as strong supply to convenience, discounters and food service.
* Industry leading innovation, a fast-paced, hands-on culture, and strong above the line marketing / advertising campaigns will always remain some of the pillars of their success.
The role:
* We’re looking to recruit a driven individual keen to join a business where career progression can be accelerated by results. This is a business with serious ambition, where everybody knows the roles they have to play, and team collaboration is key.
* As National Account Manager, you will report to the Sales Director, responsible for managing the southern grocery retailers, Sainsbury’s, Waitrose and Tesco.
* With national listings established with each customer, the role presents an opportunity to drive further gains of their existing portfolio, whilst collaborating with the buyers to create further industry-first innovation.
* The business personifies modern day working, and you will have complete flexibility to work from wherever you want, providing customer visits and occasional site meetings are adhered to.
Ideal candidate:
* To be considered for this role you will have a minimum of two years’ experience at National Account Manager level, and have been responsible for managing grocery retail customer accounts.
* A challenger brand mentality, or experience of operating in this type of environment may be beneficial.
* A hands-on approach to your work is key, as cross functional working and projects against tight deadlines are common.
* You will be able to demonstrate success whilst managing retail customer accounts, delivering results that exceed targets and expectations.
Benefits & details:
* Excellent salary + bonus + car allowance + benefits.
Please send your CV using the form on this page, quoting reference 12/17294/7. Confidentiality assured.
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