National Account Executive

The Advocate Group; Maldon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job description

National Account Executive - Grocery
Hybrid - Essex office
£40,000 + car allowance and bonus

Do you want to work with a brand that is loved by foodies and chefs globally? Do you have a passion for international selling and a robust network around the Globe? Are you a driven and ambitious National Account Executive looking to grow your career with a premium food brand? This is a fantastic opportunity to join an iconic, market-leading business renowned for its high-quality products and strong brand heritage.

The Advocate Group are currently representing a premium British food company that due to huge growth and opportunity are looking for a National Account Executive to join the team, managing key grocery customers. With an exciting rebrand, loads of NPD, and a clear edge on their competitors there is a huge opportunity here.

As Grocery National Account Executive, you will play a key role in supporting the growth of the grocery retail channel. You'll work closely with key customers and internal teams to deliver commercial success, with a blend of account management and strategic support.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Supporting the National Account Manager on key grocery retail accounts.
2. Helping to develop and implement account strategies to drive sales and distribution.
3. Managing promotional plans and supporting customer negotiations.
4. Analysing sales data and market trends to identify growth opportunities.
5. Working cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain, and finance teams to ensure smooth execution.

What We're Looking For:

1. Experience in an FMCG commercial role (sales, category, or account support).
2. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data.
3. Relationship-building ability with both internal and external stakeholders.
4. A proactive, results-driven mindset with a passion for food brands.
5. A full UK driving license and the flexibility to be in the office 1 day per week.

If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I'd love to speak to you!

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The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors.

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