Are you looking for a new challenge in the toy industry? Have you got a strong retail background? Do you want to work for one the UK’s fastest growing toy companies? Macgregor Black are partnering with a Growing Toy Company on the search for a National Account Manager. This is a permanent role based in London. As the National Account Manager you will be responsible for managing and developing key retail accounts across the UK, with a focus on expanding business relationships, driving sales growth, and ensuring the brand is represented effectively within major retailers. You will play a crucial role in the development of the company’s retail strategy, working closely with internal teams and customers to maximise sales and brand presence. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage key national retail accounts, ensuring strong relationships, customer satisfaction, and growth in line with company objectives. Drive sales targets, implementing tailored strategies for each account to maximise revenue potential and overall profitability. Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to develop and execute promotional campaigns, product launches, and seasonal plans that align with both customer needs and brand direction. Identify and pursue new business opportunities with retail partners, expanding the company’s reach and visibility. Negotiation and Contract Management: Manage contracts, terms, and pricing with retailers, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements and long-term partnerships. Keep up-to-date with market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to adjust strategies and stay ahead in the industry. Work closely with the product, marketing, and supply chain teams to ensure the smooth execution of campaigns and the delivery of products as per account needs. Regularly report on account performance, sales metrics, and market insights to senior management, ensuring alignment with business goals. What are we looking for? A strong background in retail account management with proven success in driving sales and building relationships in the toy, gifting, or consumer goods industries. Experience within the toy and gifting industry is essential, with a deep understanding of product trends, customer preferences, and seasonal dynamics. Ability to develop and execute strategic plans that drive sales growth and meet the needs of major retail partners. Strong negotiation abilities, with experience managing high-level discussions and agreements with national retailers. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with internal teams and external customers at all levels. Strong analytical skills, able to review data and market trends to make informed decisions and drive performance. Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple accounts and projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail. A proactive, results-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced, target-driven environment. Competitive salary benefits. Please contact Luke Boyle for more information today.