National Account Manager (Food): C&C / Convenience

About Our Client

Although established 70 years ago, my client is still a small, tight knit business, with an existing footprint across the UK grocery channel. They supply Mediterranean and Middle Eastern foods, across both ambient and chilled categories, and are now looking for a National Account Manager as they expand their team to service their continued growth.

• Actively prospect and win new business within the C&C / Convenience channel
• Build strong relationships and grow your account base sustainably
• Drive sales performance by implementing effective strategies
• Build lasting relationships with customers to ensure satisfaction and loyalty
• Collaborate with internal teams including supply and marketing to ensure customer needs are met
• Use market research to inform sales strategies and account management
• Represent the brand in a professional and positive manner
• Use excellent communication skills to effectively negotiate and close deals
• Regularly report on sales performance and customer feedback

• Prior experience in C&C / convenience essential
• Must have operated at regional or national level
• Hunter mentality with a thirst for new business
• Able to work autonomously
• A track record of driving sales growth across cash & carry and convenience
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• The ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships

• A competitive salary from £58,000 to £60,000
• Car allowance
• Annual performance related bonus
• Percentage of sales paid as commission
• Opportunity to join an expanding business
• Autonomous, self-starting culture