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National Account Manager - Pet products

Employer
Ashwood Executive Search International
Location
South East England
Salary
£40,000 - £50,000 + 20% bonus + Car + Benefits
Closing date
24 Nov 2016

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Business Sector
Non Food & Drink
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Function
National Accounts, Sales
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Job Details

A market leader in manufacturing some of the pet industries most unique and innovative products, are seeking a National Account Manager to manage and develop their National and Key Account customers in the UK .The position will report to the Commercial Director.

This award winning business has been established for over 30 years and has been highly successful, holding a significant market share in its category. This business is set to grow extensively over the next 5 years, predicting 15%-20% Year on Year growth. 

Responsibilities:

  • Develop UK sales through all channels including Pet multiple retailers, Pet wholesalers, Vet Wholesalers, Independent Pet Trade, Garden Centres etc.
  • Manage and drive sales in UK key accounts
  • Manage 2 Regional Sales Managers and develop the UK sales team’s training and performance
  • Liaise with Commercial Director and Marketing department on annual Sales plans, budgets and forecasts.
  • Provide Forecasts for key skus across UK business and monthly reporting
  • Analyse the UK pet market to determine future sales strategies and market potential
  • Develop strong external Client relationships.
  • Experience:
  • At least 2 years’ experience in managing UK multiple retail customers, preferably within the Pet Trade or Toys.
  • Proven leadership and ability to coach and drive sales through team.
  • A proven track record of new business development
  • A great understanding of promotions, budgets, forecasts and planograms
  • A good grasp of marketing and brand management
  • Work away from home when needed

    If this is of interest to you please email our consultants at Ashwood Associates for a confidential discussion

Company

At Ashwood Executive Search International we specialise in recruiting globally, from middle management positions to £six-figure executive assignments. Working primarily with FMCG organisations our clients range from high profile blue-chip companies to smaller niche and developing businesses. Our aim is to be viewed by clients as a world-class provider of the most talented people, while providing candidates with the very best advice, mentoring and coaching services to further their careers.

We have established an outstanding track-record providing Sales, Marketing, Category, Consumer Innovation, Technical, Manufacturing, HR and Supply Chain professionals. With a reputation for achieving excellent results, both for our clients and candidates, we strongly believe we can help you with your requirements. If you are a candidate this means we will work with you to find the ideal role to match your talents and aspirations. If you are a business it means we will apply our expertise and knowledge to source the most talented and culturally relevant people for your organisation.

Ashwood continues to grow and develop as we apply our unique methods and style of resourcing. With UK teams in Bracknell and London and operations in New York and Johannesburg, we provide clients with extensive worldwide coverage that is designed to deliver the top talent for their business.

Charity Partnership - Ashwood Executive Search International​ and Farm Africa 

Ashwood Executive Search International are pleased to announce that we will be extending our support of the charity Farm Africa for another year.

Our world is one of global connections and as a key player in the food industry, Ashwood is determined to play our part in ending one of the biggest challenges facing the world today; hunger. We are outraged that 1 in 8 people go to bed hungry every night and are determined to help create a different future for these 1 billion people.

Company info
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Telephone
+44 (0) 1344 206262
Location
Index House
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Berkshire
SL5 7ET
GB
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