National Account Executive - Grocery Channel

National Account Executive - Award-winning health food & drink brand

£45,000 - £55,000 basic salary

20% Bonus

Background:

The last few years has seen phenomenal growth in this on-trend naturally healthy SME food business - the forecast and prospects for 2025 won’t be any different. It is a brilliant time to join.

Growing 50% YOY, the trajectory shows no sign of slowing down. They have ambitious plans for further growth in the UK and overseas and a market-leading innovation plan. Increased distribution and award-winning new products combined with changing consumer behaviour have been the major pillars of success. They are the category leader across all major Grocers.

This isn’t for the faint-hearted – the pace is fast; the standards are high, and no day is the same. But if you are up for the challenge this could be the role that step changes your career.

Sound good? I thought so, look below at what we have to offer

Opportunity:

Due to this amazing growth, we are now looking for a NAE to join the Grocery Sales team.

This key, strategic role is responsible for supporting the growth of our business across a portfolio of UK Grocery customers. Key roles and responsibilities:

• Work closely with the sales team across all key Grocery accounts.
• Taking ownership for the planning, implementation and evaluation of promotional plans across multiple customers
• Proactively managing new line submissions, with strong attention to detail
• Support on creating, negotiating & executing win/win JBPs
• Drive multi-functional retailer engagement, particularly through Category, Supply & Shopper Marketing
• Analysis of SKU level performance with a view to maximising retailer performance
• Effective internal cross-functional collaboration across Brand, Category, Supply, Shopper and Finance.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a brilliant team and fast-track your career.

You:

We are looking for a strong relationship builder, with a track record of driving growth within the UK Grocery channel. Ideally operating at NAE level, the candidate would be looking for a role to challenge them with true ownership & accountability. Success in this role will see progression opportunities come quickly.

• Experience working with UK Grocery market
• Thrives in an ambitious and fast-paced environment.
• Entrepreneurial, creative mindset
• Strong commercial acumen & negotiation skills
• Effective networker and relationship builder