National Account Manager

Description:

This company is seeking a National Account Manager to manage key national accounts in the fine food industry, including contract catering, hotels, and restaurants. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of food trends and a passion for delivering excellent customer service. This is a key role in managing and growing national group accounts while ensuring top-tier clients receive the best service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own a portfolio of national group accounts across contract catering, hotels, and restaurants

• Grow existing accounts while acquiring new business

• Serve as the go-to contact for top-tier clients, ensuring they get the best from the product range

• Negotiate and manage contracts, including pricing structures and category growth

• Collaborate with internal teams (Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations) to ensure client satisfaction

Skills & Experience Required:

• Experience in national account sales, ideally within the fine food industry

• Commercially savvy with the ability to spot opportunities

• Strong customer-first mindset, building long-term relationships

• Excellent time management skills, able to manage multiple accounts effectively

• In-depth knowledge of food and market trends

• Strong communication skills, capable of negotiating, presenting, and influencing

• A full UK driving licence

Why Join This Business?

• They are passionate about food and supply the best to top-tier clients

• Autonomy in the role, with real opportunities for impact

• A fast-growing company with no corporate red tape

• Competitive salary and meaningful benefits