Senior NAM/Business Development Manager – Top 10 UK FMCG Brand
Exceptional Opportunity with a Major UK FMCG Company
* Join a leading FMCG company in the baked goods category, part of a £14bn international food group with many leading food brands.
* Drive growth through innovative commercial solutions and strong customer relationships.
* High visibility, high profile role with excellent opportunities for career progression within the business and wide group.
Our client, a major player in the huge baked goods sector, is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager/SNAM to lead the partnership agenda with a huge grocery account. This is an exciting opportunity to make a substantial impact on the business, leading a £multi-million account and driving share and category growth. The success of the business pivots on having the best people in its team. Passionate, pacey, collaborative, positive and inclusive are all words the company uses to describe itself. This role works in a highly-competitive, fast-paced category – super exciting, but not for the faint-hearted!
Renowned for its commitment to product quality, employee development, and operational excellence, our client has a portfolio of top brands with a large SKU count, with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional products to consumers. The company fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees are encouraged to be their best, aim high, and work together towards common goals.
Position Overview
As the Senior Business Development Manager, your priority will be fostering strong, mutually-beneficial customer relationships, developing innovative commercial solutions, and driving the top and bottom line numbers through successful execution of JBPs. This highly collaborative role requires excellent communication and relationship-building skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders, working closely with brand marketing, category and supply chain teams, with full accountability for both the strategic customer agenda and the day-to-day execution of business plans.
Responsibilities
* Leading the partnership agenda for a major grocery account, identifying and capitalising on growth opportunities.
* Building and maintaining strong customer relationships to drive business success.
* Developing and implementing innovative, profitable commercial solutions that drive value for the customer and business.
* Developing and executing JBPs and key projects within the customer portfolio.
* Achieving budgeted KPIs, including Gross Contribution, net sales value and volume targets.
* Ensuring accurate business forecasting through effective demand, seasonal, and promotional planning.
* Managing the customer supply chain team, providing guidance and support to ensure optimal performance.
* Collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders to align strategies and drive results.
* Analyse market trends and customer insights to inform business decisions and strategies.
Skills & Experience Checklist
* Proven experience and career growth in FMCG account management, project execution, and negotiation.
* Strong track record of delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
* Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
* Financial acumen with P&L knowledge.
* Ambitious and results-driven, able to thrive in a collaborative and dynamic work environment.
How to Apply
If you have the skills, experience, and drive to excel in this role, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply ASAP with your CV, highlighting your relevant experience and achievements to Adam Tarsh at adam@tarshpartnership.co.uk.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Sales and Business Development
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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