National Account Manager - Convenience

National Account Manager - Convenience

Exciting contract opportunity for an ambitious FMCG account or business manager.

Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 per annum Location: South East England,Kent Job Type: Freelance

• 1 year FTC possible temp to perm
• FMCG Food
• South East England (Hybrid)
• £40k - £55k depending on experience plus car allowance + bonus

ABOUT THE COMPANY

• Our client is a well established FMCG food business with a strong product portfolio and a growing ambition to unlock greater potential in the convenience channel.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a hands on National Account Manager role focused on developing and strengthening relationships across convenience, wholesale and symbol groups. The business has existing distribution and buying relationships, but limited resource historically - meaning there's real opportunity for someone proactive to make an impact.

You'll manage a mix of established accounts while actively building new relationships, helping to shape how the convenience channel evolves over time. The role is offered on a fixed term contract, with genuine scope to become permanent.

Key responsibilities

• Open doors and secure listings in targeted channels by establishing strong relationships with key decision makers.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for newly onboarded accounts, ensuring smooth implementation and continuous growth.
• Negotiate favourable terms with retail partners to maximise visibility, distribution, and placement of our products, and closing deals.
• Develop and nurture long term relationships with customers by understanding their needs, addressing challenges, and identifying areas for mutual growth.
• Consistently monitor account performance, sharing insights and recommendations to ensure maximum profitability.

ABOUT YOU

• Graduate calibre & proven experience in FMCG sales environment with direct experience of engaging and negotiating with Retailers, 3 years experience is ideal
• Experience and knowledge of the Convenience retail market
• Excellent analytical & presentation skills
• Good negotiation & communication skills
• Customer focussed, with the ability to build and maintain trusted relationships
• Bold and daring mindset - comfortable with seeking out new opportunities

You MUST have the right to work in the UK - visa sponsorship is not available.

Please only apply for this role if you are eligible to work in the UK.

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