NAM – Retail

Location: Leeds – 3 days per week

Full-Time

£40 -£50k plus bonus

Here at MKJ Ignite we’re partnering with an ambitious startup looking for a National Account Manager to join the team. You’ll support their head of Sales, open new accounts, drive listings, and spot opportunities to grow presence in key markets. From day one, you’ll take ownership of your own major accounts, help define strategy, and work with the wider team to deliver engaging, high-impact campaigns.

This is a hands-on role with real responsibility, where your work will directly shape growth and scale.

What You’ll Do

Report to the Head of Sales and support the day-to-day of our largest accounts

Lead on smaller accounts and take full P&L responsibility

Drive new business and secure listings in new stores

Work closely with Marketing to implement fun, effective activation campaigns

Support wider account strategy across the team

Get out in the field, starting conversations, converting opportunities, and building strong relationships

Help the sales team secure key accounts, support consumer events, and collaborate with charity partners

What You’ll Do

Report to the Head of Sales and support the day-to-day of our largest accounts

Lead on smaller accounts and take full P&L responsibility

Drive new business and secure listings in new stores

Work closely with Marketing to implement fun, effective activation campaigns

Support wider account strategy across the team

Get out in the field, starting conversations, converting opportunities, and building strong relationships

Help the sales team secure key accounts, support consumer events, and collaborate with charity partners

What We’re Looking For

3+ years’ FMCG sales or account management experience

Experience in a fast-scaling or start-up environment is a plus

Confidence to pitch for new business and grow existing accounts

Self-starter with initiative and a hands-on approach

Strong organisational skills and ability to juggle multiple projects

Passion for purpose-led brands and making a real impact

Full, clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Kind, resilient, enthusiastic, and full of tenacity

What happens next?

Now: Apply today with your CV which will be reviewed by our MKJ Ignite team.

First Stage: Teams call with the hiring manager

Second Stage: Face to face interview in the office

People are at the heart of everything we do. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process that means people can be their best authentic self. ❤️

We would love to reply to all applications, regrettably we are unable to do so due to the high volumes we receive, so if you do not hear back within 14 days unfortunately on this role it won’t be progressing. It is possible that the position could be in the process of closing, so chalk it up to bad timing. But, have no fear! There will be more opportunities. Follow us so you don’t miss them.