National Account Manager

Salary: £50,400 – £60,000 per year

National Account Manager needed for Globally Renowned Brand Group – fully remote role selling to leading supermarkets as well as independents.

My Client owns some the most recognisable brands in the world that have been a source of delight to many generations.
Now enjoying an amazing renaissance they are looking for a National Account Manager to take advantage of their extraordinary popularity.
Working with supermarkets, large retail chains and independents, this national role will enable you to build on a very successful base.
Generous package includes a good base + car allowance and generous bonus.

The successful candidate should have the following characteristics:
*Intelligent salesmanship – the individual needs to use all sales skills and relationship building techniques to grow existing accounts and obtain new ones.
*Pro-active and enthusiastic self-starter, with demonstrable record of success in both the National Account arena selling into RETAIL stores.
*Excellent communication skills: Must be able to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers alike – both in written and verbal formats
*Planning: Must have the ability to manage their time efficiently
*Initiative: Willing to act on own initiative and take decisions, but conscious of their role within the team framework
*Negotiation: Ability to reach a solution to the benefit of both the company and customer
*IT Systems: Ability to use word, excel and power point applications effectively, alongside HHL’s AX system
*Analytical: Able to understand and interpret sales data, with the ability to present findings to both internal and external audiences
*Languages: knowledge of German and/or French would be a bonus
*This role requires UK and occasional European travel, so job holder will possess a full UK driving license and passport and be prepared to stay away from home when required

Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.