NATIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER – Asda / Morrisons
Excellent salary package inc. 10% bonus, electric car & benefits
Hybrid working – East Midlands / Yorkshire or South East
The Company
Outstanding opportunity to join a market leading £700m dynamic UK food business with a clear ambition to better nourish people, animals, and the planet. Operating in the added value food sector, their mission is to build a rapidly growing, commercially successful business that is both ethically and environmentally sustainable.
With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, our client has established themselves as a leader in their field. Their commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive culture has been widely recognized, including being ranked as one of the Top 10 companies to work for in the Food and Drink industry by Best Companies. At the 2024 Business Culture Awards, they were celebrated for Leading with Purpose and received a Highly Commended recognition for their exceptional teamwork.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with a household name food brand and a significant own label business and be part of the added value consumer food division, that combines commercial success with a caring and people-focused culture.
The Job
Are you ready to take the next step in your National Accounts career and bring your passion for food to a dynamic, supportive environment?
In this pivotal role, reporting to the Head of Sales – Retail, you’ll take full P&L responsibility of Asda & Morrisons accounts with a c. £50m own label / brand portfolio. Collaborating with Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Category & Shopper teams, you’ll ensure seamless delivery and drive maximum impact with your accounts. Your remit will include shaping creative account strategies to deliver profitable growth, negotiating contracts, forecasting, budgeting and business development.
This role isn’t just a job—it’s a gateway to exceptional career progression. With industry-leading training and development programmes, you’ll be equipped to grow and excel within an innovative, results-driven team.
If you have the expertise we’re seeking and thrive in a high-energy environment, this is your opportunity to shine.
About You
With a successful career in sales and account management within the food industry, you bring a deep passion for food and an exceptional understanding of industry food trends. Your natural talent for identifying and seizing growth opportunities sets you apart. Share with us how you craft compelling food category stories that influence key customer contacts.
We’re seeking someone with proven experience delivering profitable sales growth for an own label food company — directly managing any of the Top 6, M&S or Co-op accounts. Your expertise in chilled food categories will be a key asset. A solid understanding of NPD Management, category knowledge, supply chain acumen and the core principles of modern National Account Management is essential to succeed.
As an excellent communicator, you combine a creative mindset with focus and possess a strong drive to achieve results. Bright, proactive, and eager to learn, you thrive in problem-solving and teamwork. Confident in taking the lead, you expertly manage all aspects of account activities with skill and poise.
Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders comes naturally to you, thanks to your personable and approachable demeanor. If you’re a rising star seeking your next big opportunity in a role that offers both challenges and support, we want to hear from you.
Bring your energy, ambition, and expertise, and join a team that shares your passion for food.
Please forward your CV together with current benefits package details quoting reference MS/2520 to mark@smithcarey.co.uk. Or give Mark Smith a call for a confidential discussion on 0774 784 7214.
Closing Date for applications: 10th February 2025
Function
Sales
Hours
Full time
Contract
Permanent
Salary
Excellent salary package inc. 10% bonus, electric car & benefits
Location
Hybrid working – East Midlands / Yorkshire or South East
Closing Date:
10 February 2025
Contact
Maria Murphy
