National Account Manager

National Account Manager - Grocery The Role We’re looking for a National Account Manager to lead the next phase of growth for a fast-scaling challenger brand. You’ll manage key retail relationships, drive national listings, and play a central role in expanding presence across the UK market. As one of the early commercial hires, you’ll have genuine ownership and influence - helping shape both commercial success and company culture. If you’re excited by building something from the ground up, this is a standout opportunity. What You’ll Be Doing Drive Key Account Growth: Own and accelerate growth across national retail accounts, delivering impactful Joint Business Plans (JBPs) Win New Business: Identify, pitch, and secure new retail listings Drive Launch Excellence: Lead product launches across in-store and online channels Shopper Marketing: Create and execute strategies to boost visibility and engagement Manage Trade Spend: Optimise investment to maximise ROI Make Data-Driven Decisions: Use insight and performance data to drive results Help Shape the Business: Contribute to ways of working, culture, and team development Challenge the Category: Bring fresh thinking to disrupt a well-established FMCG category Who You Are & What You’ll Get We’re looking for a hands-on, commercially driven account manager who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll be joining an ambitious business looking to challenge and redefine its category. You’ll Bring Experience in sales, account management, or business development (FMCG/CPG preferred) Proven track record of driving growth across key accounts and managing national retail listings Strong commercial instinct with experience managing budgets or P&L Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment Passion for food and challenger brands You’ll Get Competitive salary and wider package (including equity/options) 25 days holiday + additional perks Hybrid working model Additional lifestyle and wellbeing benefits Real ownership and the opportunity to shape a high-growth challenger brand