National Account Manager - FTC

We are working with a fast-growing UK food manufacturer that is investing heavily in innovation, new production capability and long-term category growth. They are now looking to appoint a commercially driven National Account Manager to support and accelerate their retail ambitions. This is a high-impact role with a strong new business focus, targeting major UK grocery retailers while also developing an existing key account. The position sits within a business that has a clear strategy, an active innovation pipeline and the infrastructure in place to scale. The role * Drive new business opportunities across UK grocery retail, with an initial focus on winning new listings * Manage and grow an existing retail account, building long-term, value-led partnerships * Own commercial negotiations, JBPs, forecasts and revenue delivery * Work closely with operations, supply chain, category and marketing to deliver growth plans * Play a key role in bringing new products and innovation to market About you * Proven experience as a National Account Manager or Senior Account Manager within food retail * Strong new business and negotiation capability with major grocery multiples * Commercial, proactive and comfortable operating in a growth-focused environment * Confident managing cross-functional stakeholders and senior buyers Contract details This role is offered as a 9-month fixed-term contract initially, with a strong likelihood of moving to a permanent position based on performance and ongoing business growth. Salary is up to £75,000 plus package. If you’re a commercially minded go-getter looking for a role with real opportunity to make an impact and progress long term, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion