National Account Manager – Retail Consumer Electronic -Smart Home Products Basic £50,000 - £60,000 40% performance-based bonus, paid quarterly. Bonuses can triple upon achieving 100% of targets, capped at 200%. 4 days in office in Watford unless seeing client Candidates residing in Hemel Hempstead, Watford, Borehamwood, Harrow, Watford, Uxbridge, Slough Welwyn Garden City, Wembley, St Albans, Uxbridge, Harrow, Richmond Brookwood is recruiting for a National Account Manager to join the team, focusing on expanding both new and existing retail distribution channels. This role requires strong experience and established connections a solid understanding of the consumer electronics (CE) retail market is essential, along with a proven ability to drive significant growth in the field, demonstrated through a history of successful retail partnerships with major outlets. Preferred Accounts you have worked with - Argos, Currys, John Lewis Partnership, and DIY retailers like Screwfix and Toolstation Key Qualities Needed: The ideal candidate should be a proactive, driven individual with a "hunter" mentality, passionate about advancing the business. Also worked within Consumer Electronics Products Primary Responsibilities: Client Engagement : Build and maintain relationships with key clients via phone, email, text, video, social media, and in-person meetings. Business Planning : Develop product and promotional strategies for each account in alignment with internal goals and KPIs. Customer Relationships : Establish effective contacts within customer organizations, including commercial, buying, supply chain, store support, and operations teams. Negotiations : Handle pricing, product range, and promotional discussions for each account, securing internal approvals to meet Net Sales and Operational Profit targets. Forecasting and Budget Management : Ensure weekly updates of forecasts, sales data, and budget management, while monitoring account performance. Operations Coordination : Collaborate with the operations team to fulfil forecasts, minimizing aged stock. Reporting and Documentation : Maintain detailed and accurate records, reporting to the Sales Leader and other departments. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with internal teams such as Marketing, Product Management, Sales Administration, Customer Service, Logistics, Credit Control, and Finance. Market Intelligence : Gather market insights, including data on industry trends, product standards, and competitor analysis. Supply Agreements : Negotiate terms with new and existing customers. Travel Requirements : Regular travel to meet clients and attend industry trade shows as required. If you’re interested in this opportunity, please reach out to Louise Wright Brookwood for more information.