NATIONAL ACCOUNT CONTROLLER – FRESH PRODUCE

National Account Controller – Fresh Produce    

£Competitive Salary

Full executive package plus 25 days holiday

South East 

Reporting into the Sales Director, the National Account Controller will be working for a leading supplier of fresh produce into the UK retail market. Since the company’s incorporation, the business has now grown, turning over in excess of £200million within the UK.  Following a recent internal restructure, there is now a requirement for a National Account Controller to join their already highly performing commercial team in the South East.

The main responsibilities of this position shall include;

• Managing and developing the relationship with Waitrose, managing a team of 3 Senior and National Account Manager’s.
• Developing Joint Business Plans with the customer to deliver on all corporate objectives.
• Understanding all areas of the business that impact upon sales and influence these to deliver forecasted requirements.
• Supporting category, technical, procurement and operations as and when required.
• Ensuring all customer needs and plans are met in line with the business and the business strategy.

To be considered for this position, you shall be expected to have at least 12 months experience working as a National Account Controller or 3 years’ experience as a Senior National Account Manager, working in a chilled food/short shelf life category. In addition, it is preferable you have managed the commercial relationship with Waitrose; however it is essential you have experience working with at least one of the Top 4 or 2^nd tier retailers.

This opportunity will offer not only future prospects of progression, but also a great working culture within an ethical and sustainable business.  

Please do not hesitate to apply if you feel you have the experience and background described, or contact matthew.marshall@ceselection.com for further details