Join Our Team as a National Account Manager – Catering Equipment!
Location: Homebased with occasional visits to our Leeds office
Compensation: Competitive salary + Bonus + Company Car or Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to join Brakes Catering Equipment as a National Account Manager. In this dynamic, sales-driven environment, you will manage a portfolio of national account customers, all while being supported by Sysco, the largest foodservice business globally, with sales reaching $53 billion last year!
About Us
At Brakes Group, we employ over 10,000 dedicated professionals who serve a diverse range of customers, including independent pubs, restaurants, hotels, schools, hospitals, contract caterers, and well-known national chains. Our commitment to understanding the foodservice sector allows us to provide innovative products and services while improving the environment and communities we serve.
We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. Our mission is to be the market leader that customers want to partner with and the employer that people aspire to work for. Our vision is to be our customers’ most valued and trusted business partner.
Our Core Values: Integrity, Inclusiveness, Excellence, Teamwork, Responsibility
Your Role
As a National Account Manager, you will:
* Manage the full P&L of national account portfolios.
* Identify and drive growth opportunities.
* Ensure exceptional customer service and satisfaction by building strong relationships across all areas of the customer’s business.
* Collaborate with various departments to achieve budgeted sales targets and account profitability.
* Develop and execute strategic joint business plans with your customers.
About You
You are a customer-centric professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You embrace collaboration and are eager to share your innovative ideas. Resilience is your strength; you learn from challenges and build solutions for the future. You value inclusivity and act with integrity in all your endeavors.
* Proven experience in a national account role, preferably in FMCG, with a track record of delivering results.
* Demonstrated resilience, tenacity, and a strong work ethic.
* A customer-first mindset.
* Ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced sales environment.
* A genuine interest in the hospitality industry; experience with catering equipment is a plus but not essential.
FEED YOUR AMBITION. DELIVER YOUR FUTURE.