National Account Manager

Edwards & Pearce are pleased to be working with a market leader in the FMCG sector, due to on-going successes they are looking for a commercially minded National Account Manager. THE ROLE: The National Account Manager will be responsible for creating and executing strategies to drive sustainable sales growth in current and new UK retailers in the Personal Care and Health & Beauty categories. You are a commercially astute, tenacious individual with a minimum of 5 years sales experience in FMCG (preferably in the Personal Care and Health & Beauty categories) as well as experience in securing new business. You are able to build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers and have an established network of contacts within UK major retail, allowing you to implement your growth strategy with speed. You have experience analysing market trends and competitor activities to identify and pursue opportunities for growth. You are able to prepare and present business plans to customers and sales forecasts and performance metrics to management. THE CANDIDATE: Essentials; Proven track record of success in FMCG sales, with a minimum of 5 years' experience Established relationships with UK retailers in these categories Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Proficient in Microsoft Excel / PowerPoint Full driving license Own Transport Desired; A background in FMCG personal care/Health & Beauty/ household categories. Within 1 hours commute to our clients head office in Hull THE CONSULTANCY: Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.