National Account Manager; Grocery

Alexander Steele Recruitment are working with an established Branded food manufacturer to recruit a National Account Manager.

With a turnover of around £6.5–7m
, the business supplies major UK grocery retailers, health-food distributors, food manufacturers and online customers. They are now looking for a commercially minded individual to take ownership of their grocery portfolio and support the next stage of growth.

• Manage and develop relationships with major UK grocery retailers
• Take ownership of a portfolio of national accounts
• Develop account and promotional plans
• Identify opportunities to grow sales, distribution and margin
• Manage pricing and commercial negotiations
• Build strong customer and supplier relationships
• Support the continued growth of online and food service channels
• Work closely with the MD and wider team on broader commercial opportunities

We're open on level of experience and would consider an Account Manager through to an experienced NAM
, provided you have a strong commercial track record.

We're looking for someone with:

• Experience managing supermarket/grocery accounts
• Strong account management and negotiation skills
• Experience with promotional planning
• A proven track record of delivering sales growth
• A hands-on approach and willingness to get involved across the business
• FMCG/food experience preferred, with health, organic or vegan food experience advantageous

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants genuine ownership and the chance to make an impact within a growing, entrepreneurial business.

• 5–10% annual bonus
• Annual salary reviews
• Hybrid working, ideally 3–4 days per week (can be flexible)