Japanese FMCGWest LondonNational Key Account ManagerSalary: up to 70K GBP depending on experience
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute national sales strategies to achieve revenue and profitability goals.
- Manage diverse sales channels including national accounts, wholesale, retail, and direct delivery.
- Oversee sales budgets, forecasts, and reporting for senior management.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and industry partners.
- Identify new market opportunities and lead channel development initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and maintain high standards of professionalism.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain and operational efficiency.
- Represent the company at trade events and contribute to European-level sales activities.
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in a senior sales management role within FMCG or grocery retail.
- Experiences of first point contact for retailers such as Waitrose, TESCO, Morrison, Sainsbury’s, etc.
- Proven track record in developing new channels and driving business growth.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and motivating performance.
- Excellent commercial negotiation and relationship management abilities.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the UK and ROI retail market; chilled/ambient sector experience desirable.
- Strong analytical, reporting, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage P&L and deliver margin improvements.
- Degree-level education desirable.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Teams.
- Full UK driving license and willingness to travel across UK, ROI, and Europe.
- Self-driven, highly organized, and adaptable to fast-changing market conditions.
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