National Account Manager
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National Account Manager
Location: Kent | Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 + bonus | Type: Permanent, Hybrid
Job Description
We’re partnering with a long-established, family-owned food and drink manufacturer to support the search for a National Account Manager (Wholesale). This is a fantastic time to join the business as they continue to expand and invest in their Out of Home offering, building on a long history of quality, customer focus and trusted relationships across the industry. With recent brand acquisitions and continued growth, this is a business firmly in expansion mode, offering real opportunity for impact, progression, and visibility.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Join a heritage-rich, family-owned business with a reputation built since 1880
- Culture centred around quality, long-term relationships and customer excellence
- Step into a visible, commercially impactful NAM role
- Collaborative and supportive environment with real ownership
- Play a key role in driving growth across the Wholesale channel
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and grow a portfolio of major national wholesale accounts
- Drive commercial performance across growth, retention and new business
- Build and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships
- Identify opportunities to expand distribution and strengthen partnerships
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in National Account Management (Wholesale)
- Strong commercial acumen with exposure to P&L ownership/influence
- Confident in managing or mentoring others
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
- Proactive, hands-on approach with a strong sense of ownership
- Inclusive leadership style
Package
£50,000 – £55,000 + bonus, £5,000 car allowance + pension. Home-based with 1 day per week in Kent.
Process
Stage 1: Introductory conversation + CV walkthrough + competency questions. Stage 2: Presentation task + final interview.