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National Account Manager (Retail/Grocery)
Location: Leeds
Package:
• Up to £60,000 + Car Allowance + 15% Bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
Following a period of strong growth and success, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a National Account Manager to join a leading food producer.
As a National Account Manager, you will be responsible for the management and growth of one of the businesses largest retail/grocery accounts. You will report directly into the Sales Controller.
Key Responsibilities
• Build relationships with key contacts with the retailer.
• Manage and control robust sales plan.
• Drive NPD with the account to list margin enhancing new lines.
• Regular visits to your customers for product reviews and planning meetings.
• Liaise with key site departments over new ideas, products & promotions.
• Complete all administrative tasks relating to the account.
• Keep production informed about product relists and delists.
• Ensure accurate forecasts for new line volumes to help with purchasing of ingredients and packaging and to minimize write off costs.
• Complete weekly reports as required.
• Analyse competitors to identify gaps for product development.
• Monitor retail pricing to make sure our products are competitive.
• Ensure the Public and Trade image of the brand is maintained and enhanced in all dealings with all organizations or persons outside of the business.
Ideal Candidate & Experience
• Experience of handling retail/grocery accounts.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Highly motivated and delivery focused with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Confident with clear communication skills – verbal and written.
• Professional Image
• Ability to work effectively under pressure whilst prioritizing workload to meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to use Microsoft Office
• Ability to influence and establish positive relationships with a wide range of people (internally and externally)
To discuss the role further please send a copy of your CV to james.hilton@alexandersteele.com
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National Account Manager
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Location:
West Yorkshire
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
£55000 - £65000
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Job ref:
JH2591
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Published:
8 months ago
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Expiry date:
29 Feb 2024