National account manager (interim)

🛒 Interim National Account Managers – Grocery & Retail | Drinks ⚡

Day Rate Contracts | Multiple Opportunities


The drinks market isn’t slowing down – and neither is the demand for experienced Grocery talent.

We’re currently supporting a number of premium, challenger, and globally recognised drinks businesses who need immediate interim support across their Grocery & Retail accounts.


These are hands-on roles where you’ll step straight in, take ownership, and deliver impact from day one.


The Role

* Take ownership of key Grocery & Retail accounts (predominately Tesco and Asda)
* Deliver and execute JBPs with immediate commercial focus
* Support or lead ongoing range reviews, promotions, and NPD launches
* Stabilise and grow existing accounts during periods of change or growth
* Identify quick-win opportunities to unlock distribution and revenue
* Manage forecasting, spend, and commercial performance


About You

* Proven experience managing major UK Grocery accounts within Drinks is essential
* Immediately available or on a short notice period
* Comfortable stepping into fast-paced environments and adding value quickly
* Strong commercial acumen with experience owning P&L or key account performance
* Confident communicator able to manage retailer relationships from day one


Contract Details

* 💰 Competitive day rates (dependent on experience and scope)
* 📆 Initial contracts typically 3–6 months (with potential to extend)
* 📍 UK-based roles with hybrid flexibility


Interested?

If you’re an experienced Grocery NAM open to interim opportunities – or just want to understand what’s currently in the market – let’s have a chat ☕


Please get in touch with Kayleigh Norcross or click “Apply Now” to be considered.

📞020 7871 8000

📧Kayleigh.norcross@advocate-group.co.uk


We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.