National Account Manager - FMCG / Food / Retail

Account Manager FMCG / Food / Retail Greater Manchester Salary: Negotiable DOE Monday Friday Office Based An established and expanding UK manufacturer is looking to appoint a National Account Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of major retail accounts. This is an excellent opportunity for somebody who enjoys the relationship-building and commercial development side of account management. The business already has long-standing relationships with some of the UK''s biggest retailers, so this isn''t a role centred around cold calling or constantly chasing new customers. Instead, you''ll be given an established portfolio of high-profile accounts to develop, becoming a trusted point of contact and identifying further opportunities within customers that already buy from the business. The Role Take ownership of a portfolio of major national retail accounts Build and maintain strong relationships with buyers and key customer contacts Become the main day-to-day commercial contact for your customers Conduct account reviews and regular customer meetings Identify opportunities to grow revenue across existing accounts Manage customer queries and ensure issues are dealt with quickly and professionally Work closely with sales, operations, technical and other internal departments Navigate retailer portals and customer systems Develop a strong understanding of each customer''s requirements and commercial opportunities Attend occasional customer meetings around the UK when required ..... full job details .....