National Account Manager - Convenience 12mth FTC
Posted Today by Seven Search and Selection Ltd
£55,000 Per year
Undetermined
Hybrid
Surrey, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The National Account Manager – Convenience role is a 12-month fixed-term contract based in South London, Surrey, Sussex, or Kent, focusing on driving growth within convenience and wholesale channels for a multi-billion global FMCG company. The position requires a strong emphasis on exceeding sales targets, nurturing relationships, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in the FMCG sector and demonstrate entrepreneurial energy and self-starting capabilities. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a bonus opportunity and car allowance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and deliver the strategic plan for the Convenience Channel.
- Exceed revenue, EBIT, and distribution targets.
- Nurture and grow relationships with Convenience and Wholesale Channels.
- Identify new business opportunities in the High Street sector.
- Manage negotiations and promotions to align spending with sales goals.
- Provide accurate sales forecasting and monthly reports.
- Collaborate with colleagues to support the growth of the UK sales team.
Key Skills:
- Proven performance in National Accounts within the Retail/Convenience space.
- Branded FMCG background with relevant knowledge.
- Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
- High energy and entrepreneurial spirit.
- Self-starter with a desire to deliver results.
Salary (Rate): £55,000.00 yearly
City: Surrey
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
£multi-billion global FMCG powerhouse National Account Manager – Convenience 12-month FTC Location: South London, Surrey, Sussex or Kent – Hybrid working x3 days in H/O
Our client: An exciting 12-month FTC opportunity has arisen to join a growth orientated £multi-billion global FMCG powerhouse You’ll be part of a fantastic team, passionate about category leading brands Business performance is strong; coupled with excellent track record of developing talent and progressing people through the organisation
As National Account Manager – Convenience, you will be responsible for building and accelerating their growth within these channels
The role: Ownership: As National Account Manager – Convenience Channel you’ll be responsible for building and delivering the strategic plan Smashing Sales Targets: Your job is to work your magic and make sure they not only meet but exceed revenue, EBIT, and distribution targets. Spreading Goodness: You’ll be in charge of nurturing and growing relationships with Convenience and Wholesale Channels, all while spotting fresh business opportunities in the High Street sector. Dive into the Details: Dive headfirst into negotiations and promotions, ensuring that spending aligns perfectly with their sales goals. Don’t forget, you’re the Channel Lead here. Reporting: Keep them on track with accurate sales forecasting and monthly reports. Plus, be a true ambassador by collaborating with your colleagues to help grow our UK sales team
Ideal candidate: Proven performance: You’re not a new come to National Account sin the Retail / Convenience space Branded FMCG Know-How: Bring along your branded FMCG background and the knowledge to back it up. They’re all about good branding and quality products. Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Collaboration is integral. You’ll need to be a pro at working harmoniously with your cross-functional team members. The Energy of Champions: In the FMCG industry, it’s all about having the drive. We need you to be bursting with energy, showcasing your entrepreneurial spirit, embracing the role of a self-starter, and, most importantly, having that burning desire to deliver.
Benefits & details: Location: South London, Surrey, Sussex or Kent – Hybrid working x3 days in H/O Salary is up to £55k along with a strong bonus opportunity, car allowance, pension and private medical. Commitment to training & development
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