National Account Manager, National Wine Supplier, National, Up to £60,000 plus Package 

We are partnered with a leading wine supplier with vast national exposure across both the on & off trade.

This business holds a number of iconic producers in their portfolio with listings across major groups covering restaurants, bars and casual dining.

With a strong account base, they are now growing their senior team.

As a National Account Manager, you will need to drive and grow this brand throughout national on-trade groups.

With the support of route-to-market, you will lead the indirect sales function, brand awareness and product development.

The National Account Manager will manage all relationships with key stakeholders in venue.

This role requires a candidate with fantastic knowledge of the on-trade (pubs, bars or casual dining) and experience growing brand awareness within these venues.

Company Benefits:

• Exceptional bonus, progression opportunities and car allowance.
• Hybrid working & Flexible working pattern
• Autonomous working, additional holiday allowance.

The National Account Manager responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic account plans to achieve sales targets and objectives, with a focus on managing national accounts and driving brand growth.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders in large groups (pubs, bars or casual dining)
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to maximize profitability and ensure mutual satisfaction.
• Analyze market trends, sales data, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for growth.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, supply chain, and finance, to ensure seamless execution of sales initiatives.
• Monitor account performance and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Attend industry events and trade shows to represent the brand and network with potential clients.

The ideal National Account Manager Candidate:

• Proven experience as a National Account Manager or in a similar sales role within the drinks industry.
• Strong knowledge of the National On Trade sector is a must for this opportunity!
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities and solving problems.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and market trends.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel as required.

If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CVs to Mark at COREcruitment / mark@corecruitment.com

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