Junior National Account Manager

A fiercely ambitious branded and private label food manufacturer is looking for career hungry JNAM!

Our client:

• Multinational leading foods business with strong Brand portfolio and Private Label capability
• Their brand holds number 1 status within their category and the business has been very active in the last 2 years bringing new brands and innovation to market
• Power of large with agility of small business; committed team with a fun, family orientated and straight forward culture
• Strong track record of developing talent and progressing people through the organisation
• An exciting Junior National Account Manager role has been created reporting to the Channel Controller for Convenience & Secondary Multiples where you will have personal account P&L responsibility along with exposure to major Grocery retailers.

The role:

• This Junior National Account Manager role is a classic grow role where your role and responsibilities will develop quickly and prove to be a stepping-stone to a full Grocery National Account Manager role within c12 months
• Within the initial role you will personally manage & develop a portfolio of Convenience customers; along with supporting the Senior Commercial Manager within the Grocery Channel
• This is a perfect role where you will gain fantastic insight into Account Management best practice; excellent support, coaching & development; and the opportunity to deliver growth for the company which will enhance your profile for career development
• We are looking for individuals who are hungry & committed to making their mark; whether this is through acquiring new customers; developing existing business; or championing product development opportunities for the business

Ideal candidate:

• You will have c 24 months experience at NAE or Junior NAM level, having experienced two trading cycles operating with Head office level customer contacts; or possibly worked within a Retailer looking for a switch supplier side
• Bring branded FMCG background & training along with some experience of Private Label or E2E supply chain considerations 
• You’ll be skilled working with cross functional team members by adopting a collaborative working style is crucial
• Finally, you must have the energy to succeed in this FMCG industry, able to demonstrate entrepreneurial thinking, self-starter determination & that all-important desire to deliver

Benefits & details:

• This is based in a Central London office 3 days a week with the rest WFH or in customer
• Salary ranging is dependent on experience with £6k car allowance, bonus opportunity, pension and private medical.
• Commitment to training & development

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