Enfield - 40 hours per week Monday to Friday
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a National Account Manager to join a dynamic National Sales team within the food and distribution sector. This role is ideal for a commercially minded, relationship-driven professional who thrives on developing existing accounts while identifying and securing new business opportunities.
You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of customers, driving sales growth, and maximising margin opportunities while delivering an outstanding customer experience.
Previous account management experience within the food and/or distribution sector would be highly advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify margin growth opportunities, providing clear commercial rationale and implementation plans
- Maintain accurate business reporting and customer records within agreed timelines
- Ensure accounts continue to trade and up-trade using available business tools
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the account portfolio
- Develop and review short-, medium-, and long-term account plans
- Collaborate with central functions including Procurement, Marketing, Operations, and Finance to deliver win-win solutions
- Deliver agreed account management standards
- Support sector teams with unit-level relationships and related activities
- Act as a brand ambassador, demonstrating a proactive and solutions-focused approach
- Provide a seamless interface between the business and customers
- Manage time effectively to ensure consistent and professional customer communication
- Delegate responsibilities to Customer Service and Operations where appropriate
- Prepare and deliver compelling business proposals in collaboration with internal stakeholders
Skills & Experience Required
- Strong knowledge of fresh food and ingredients
- Proven account management experience within the food and/or distribution sector
- Confident presentation and communication skillsPractical proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management capabilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Comfortable working in a people-focused environment, both face-to-face and via telephone
- Annual Discretionary Bonus
- Annual Pay Reviews
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Retail Discount Membership
- Health Care Cash Plan Membership
- Free Onsite Parking
- Additional company-tailored benefits based on service and commitment
If you understand the fresh produce world and want to move into a role where your product knowledge, commercial awareness, and relationship-building skills can make a real impact, this is an opportunity worth exploring.
Apply now or contact me directly to find out more at lily.shonemoore@ntertalent.com.
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