National Account Manager – Food Brand

About the role

We are looking for a National Account Manager to lead our partnership with a major UK grocery retailer and a fast‑growing secondary account. Reporting to the UK Head of Sales, you will own the P&L, develop joint business plans and drive volume and value growth for an iconic food brand.

Key responsibilities

• Own and develop the relationship with a Top‑4 UK grocery retailer, delivering sustainable sales growth.
• Manage a second, dynamic account, focusing on commercial development and new‑business acquisition.
• Build and negotiate joint business plans, promotional programmes and trade terms.
• Collaborate with the distributor network and internal teams to align market strategy and execution.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and customer performance to identify opportunities.
• Support trade‑marketing and promotional initiatives, preparing forecasts and performance reports.

Required profile

• Proven national account management experience in FMCG, with direct ownership of a Top‑4 UK grocery retailer.
• Track record of meeting commercial targets and accountability for a P&L.
• Strong relationship‑building and influencing skills with senior buyers.
• Analytical ability to work with sales data, forecasting and performance reporting.
• Fluent English.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary £60‑65k plus bonus.
• Hybrid working – 2‑3 days in a central London office.
• Opportunity to shape the commercial strategy of a growing food brand.