National Account Manager - Brakes / Bidfood

***URGENT ROLE***

A great opportunity has been created as a new role working for a large FMCG business based in the North West. This challenger brand operates across various categories with a 50/50 Brand & Own Label product portfolio that is at the forefront of Retail, Foodservice & B2B channels.

Reporting into the Controller - this Foodservice NAM role is a pivotal position within the dynamic and hungry commercial team and will lead the growth strategy for Brakes or Bidfood in addition to managing a number of smaller Foodservice and category groups and businesses.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:

•    Significant National Accounts experience managing either Brakes or Bidfood is essential
•    Graduate calibre with solid FMCG experience with a Brand or Own Label background
•    Able to influence, sell and negotiate with both internal and external stakeholders
•    Evidence of sound JBP negotiations and delivery of customer objectives
•    A strategic thinker with strong communication and stakeholder management skills
•    Must see this as a progressive move in your career

LOCATION:
•    The role is office based in the North West and is a commutable radius from Manchester, Liverpool or Stoke

THIS WILL SUIT:
•    Someone who is 1-2 roles at NAM level with Brakes and/or Bidfood experience and has an appetite for business growth and client development  

INTERVIEW PROCESS:
•    Candidates must be available for 1st interview w/c 26th Aug or 2nd Sept

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