We have a fantastic opportunity for a National Account Manager to join a growing and industry leader within their sector.
Our client are a Outdoor Power Equipment (OPE) manufacturer who are looking to for a National Account Manager to join them. This is an exciting opportunity to grow a category with the marketing backing of a industry leader including support from their EMEA team!
Key Responsibilities
Maintain a close and effective working relationship with the Marketing Team to develop the brand strategy & expand brand recognition
Convey a consistent brand message across all channels, in line with the overall Ryobi brand strategy.
Being a part of the product development process
Build & implement a solid & workable category plan
Prepare a brand plan annually with anticipated channel growth including revenues.
Explore distribution channels to establish and grow the OPE channel
Maintain annual business plans to account level, for each respective national and regional accounts, in conjunction with the corporate strategy.
Overall P&L responsibility from gross turnover to operating income.
Identify new opportunities for business growth within the channel through strategic product range development and promotional planning Skills Required:
In order to achieve the top salary for this role you must have the following experience:
At least 7-8 years strong field sales experience gained in relevant industry with a proven track record of sales success.
Effective team/line management experience.
Good OPE knowledge with ability to practically demonstrate product portfolio.
Strong selling and negotiation skills to help develop business relations to further grow/strengthen market share and profitability.
Good time management skills to include the co-ordination of multiple projects, ability to work with minimum supervision and delivery of results within strict deadlines
Ability to think strategically and in consideration of the widest picture.
UK travel and occasional European travel will be required