National Account Manager

Enfield - 40 hours per week Monday to Friday

£50,000 - £55,000 Basic + Car Allowance + Bonus

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a National Account Manager to join a dynamic National Sales team within the food and distribution sector. This role is ideal for a commercially minded, relationship-driven professional who thrives on developing existing accounts while identifying and securing new business opportunities.

You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of customers, driving sales growth, and maximising margin opportunities while delivering an outstanding customer experience.

Previous account management experience within the food and/or distribution sector would be highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify margin growth opportunities, providing clear commercial rationale and implementation plans
• Maintain accurate business reporting and customer records within agreed timelines
• Ensure accounts continue to trade and up-trade using available business tools
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the account portfolio
• Develop and review short-, medium-, and long-term account plans
• Collaborate with central functions including Procurement, Marketing, Operations, and Finance to deliver win-win solutions
• Deliver agreed account management standards
• Support sector teams with unit-level relationships and related activities
• Act as a brand ambassador, demonstrating a proactive and solutions-focused approach
• Provide a seamless interface between the business and customers
• Manage time effectively to ensure consistent and professional customer communication
• Delegate responsibilities to Customer Service and Operations where appropriate
• Prepare and deliver compelling business proposals in collaboration with internal stakeholders

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong knowledge of fresh food and ingredients
• Proven account management experience within the food and/or distribution sector
• Confident presentation and communication skills
• Practical proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management capabilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable working in a people-focused environment, both face-to-face and via telephone

Benefits

• Car Allowance
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Annual Pay Reviews
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Retail Discount Membership
• Health Care Cash Plan Membership
• Free Onsite Parking
• Additional company-tailored benefits based on service and commitment

If you understand the fresh produce world and want to move into a role where your product knowledge, commercial awareness, and relationship-building skills can make a real impact, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

Apply now or contact me directly to find out more at lily.shonemoore@ntertalent.com.