Senior National Account Manager – London & South East | Premium Food Manufacturer
Are you a commercially astute National Account Manager with a passion for the foodservice sector? This is an exciting opportunity to join a premium food manufacturer with a strong European heritage, known for its high-quality bakery products.
This role will be instrumental in shaping and executing the commercial strategy across London and the South East, a key growth region for the business.
As Senior National Account Manager, you’ll play a dual role: leading a team of Business Development Managers while also taking direct ownership of a portfolio of prestigious national end-user accounts.
You’ll inspire and guide a team of 4 BDMs, supporting them to develop new business and strengthen relationships across the region. At the same time, you’ll personally manage national hotel and restaurant groups, airlines, and contract caterers such as Gordon Ramsay Group, Pizza Express, Zizzi, Dishoom, Hilton Hotels, Radisson Hotels, and British Airways.
This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys both leading teams and being hands-on with customer relationships, combining leadership, strategic account development, and cross functional working.
Take direct ownership of a portfolio of National Account end-user customers
Build and execute a regional sales strategy aligned with ambitious growth targets
Drive new business opportunities and strengthen long-term client partnerships
Work closely with national clients across hospitality, hotels, airlines, and contract catering
Represent the region at a senior level and contribute to wider commercial planning
A proven sales leader with experience in both team management and national account development
Strategic and commercially focused, with a hands-on approach to customer relationships
Skilled at managing and motivating high-performing sales teams
60,000 to £65,000 basic salary, 20% bonus, company car or £7,000 car allowance, healthcare, pension, and 33 days holiday.
Home-based role with regular travel across the South of England and easy access to the London head office.