Senior National Account Manager. FMCG
£80,000 to £100,00 Basic + Bonus + Exceptional Benefits Package.
Hybrid: Must live within an hour of Reigate.
Recognised as one of the strongest FMCG Food Brands, this company are enjoying phenomenal global growth and is looking to recruit a National Account Manager / Senior National Account Manager. This person will manage the UK grocery retail channel, both Own Label and Branded products.
Responsibilities to include;
* Autonomy and responsibility on a major retail account
* Identifying new business opportunities, following these up and securing new lines
* Building and managing strong relationships with customer contacts across all
* Functions: Sales, Supply Chain, Technical, Product Development, Merchandising·
* Working with the internal Procurement team on new and existing business, constantly assessing the market on buying opportunities for your customers
* Proactive management of customer stock levels, working with the internal Supply Chain team
* Working with the Category Insight Manager and Marketing Manager on best-in-class customer presentations utilising IRI and internal data
* Management and reporting of sales and contract balances
Experience
* Strong preference for a food industry background, although other FMCG products will be considered
* Minimum 3 years’ experience of managing UK Retailers
* Own Label experience is preferable
Competencies
* Proven ability to win new business
* Hands-on account management with strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to influence and negotiate in a confident manner
* Excellent organisation and attention to detail
* Competitive and driven
Personal attributes
* Tenacious with a strong determination to succeed
* Strong negotiation and influencing skills
* Excellent time management and interpersonal skills
* Dynamic and driven
* Strong IT skills and equally confident with spreadsheets
To apply, please email a copy of your CV to Darren Dewrance of Aaron Wallis darren.dewrance@aaronwallis.co.uk
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