National Account Manager

About the role

A leading consumer products business, known for design‑led gifting and lifestyle items, is entering a period of rapid growth. The National Account Manager will drive profitable sales, expand existing relationships and capture new opportunities across high‑street retailers and garden centre chains.

Key responsibilities

• Own and deliver sales, margin and profit targets.
• Grow existing accounts and win new business.
• Build strong, long‑term relationships with major retailers and distributors.
• Develop strategic account plans and identify new commercial opportunities.
• Analyse sales and market data to drive growth, forecasting and margin improvement.
• Manage bespoke customer programmes and end‑to‑end product launches.
• Collaborate across product, sales and operational teams.
• Represent the business at trade shows and industry events.

Required profile

• Account management experience in gifting or similar design‑led, seasonal product categories.
• Proven track record of growing existing accounts and winning new business.
• Strong negotiation, relationship‑building and presentation skills.
• Excellent commercial and analytical ability, including margin and contribution management.
• Experience working with major retailers, distributors and international customers.
• Experience with bespoke product ranges and product launches.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial approach with a drive to make things happen.

What we offer

• Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per year (DOE).
• Performance‑related bonus.
• Car allowance.