National Account Manager (World Foods)

• £65,000 - £75,000
• Hybrid, West London
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Position: National Account Manager (World Foods)

Location: Hybrid / West London Office 2-3 days per week

Package: £65,000 – £75,000

We have been retained by a global food business within the ‘World Foods’ category to help them in their search for a Grocery National Account Manager. The role is based from their head office in West London 2-3 days per week. We are seeking a National Account Manager who has experience of managing and growing Top 4 UK grocery customers. Experience of world foods or frozen products is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and grow key accounts with the top-tier retailers in the UK
• Work with retailers to develop category growth strategies and maximize shelf presence.
• Track and report on account financials, including sales forecasts, trade spend, and profit margins.
• Drive sales growth by negotiating trading agreements, promo plans, and pricing strategies.
• Monitor and analyse sales performance to identify and address any issues or challenges impacting account performance.
• Collaborate with the NPD team to identify and launch new products that meet retailer and consumers’ needs.
• Present new product concepts to retailers, securing listings.

Qualifications:

• Experience of account management – focusing on managing top-tier UK retailers (Tesco, JS, Waitrose, Morrisons)
• Preferred : Experience working in the frozen food or world food category
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.

Package:

• Competitive basic salary: £65,000 – £75,000
• 10% annual bonus
• Pension scheme
• Annual leave: 24 days excluding bank holidays
• Career progression opportunities within a global business