National Account Manager

A successful and growing consumer products business with a strong reputation for design-led, quality and commercially successful gifting and lifestyle products. With an established customer base both in the UK and internationally, the business is entering an exciting period of growth and is looking for a commercially driven account manager to help accelerate that journey.

The Role

A high-impact role focused on driving profitable sales and growth by managing and developing the company’s existing portfolio of accounts including high street retail and garden centre chains whilst actively seeking to exploit new business opportunities, maximising profitability.

You will:

• Own and deliver sales, margin and profit targets.
• Grow existing accounts and win new business.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with major retailers and distributors.
• Develop strategic account plans and identify new commercial opportunities.
• Analyse sales and market data to drive growth, forecasting and margin improvement.
• Manage bespoke customer programmes and end-to-end product launches.
• Work collaboratively across product, sales and operational teams.
• Represent the business at trade shows and industry events.

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 basic (DOE) + bonus + car allowance

The Person

We’re looking for a commercially aware, proactive and results-focused National Account Manager with:

• Account Management experience in the gifting or similar, design-led, seasonal products category.
• A proven track record of growing existing accounts and winning new business.
• Strong negotiation, relationship-building and presentation skills.
• Excellent commercial and analytical ability, including margin and contribution management.
• Experience working with major retailers, distributors and international customers.
• Experience with bespoke product ranges and product launches.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial approach and the drive to make things happen.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious account manager to take ownership, build relationships and make a real commercial impact within a growing business.

Contact:

Consultant: Rina Gokani

Reference: RG/105216

Email: rina@cavendishmaine.com  

Tel: 01275 813027

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