National Account Manager - Haircare

My client, based in Greater London, are looking to add a hungry and driven National Account Manager to their business.
Client Details
Based in Greater London, my client are a marketing leading wellness and personal care business. This role will solely focus on one of their award winning, market leading haircare brands. The brand itself is a category leader and is in rapid growth, making it a very exciting opportunity for the right candidate.
Description
My client are looking for an experienced National Account Manager - Haircare to drive growth in the UK market, managing their account base.
The National Account Manager - Haircare:

• Manage their account base for this market leading haircare brand - Top 4 Grocers, Superdrug + Boots
• Manage the full P&L, buyer interaction, JBPs etc
• Drive sales to increase distribution, broaden assortment, and accelerate rate of sale within your account base
• Manage trade marketing budget to maximise impact of the brand in store and online
• Identify new opportunities in the existing account portfolio
• Conduct frequent retailer meetings to build and review day to day business and present NPD projects and seasonal updates
• Continue to build the existing strong working relationships the business has with its retailers.
• Build logical business plans with the retailers.
• Analyse business performance to identify trends at the product/brand level and develop/execute strategies to grow sales and market share
• Manage operational and financial forecasts
• Monitor and analyse performance metrics and suggest improvements
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual sales forecasts
• Ensure the timely and successful delivery of solutions according to customer needs.

Profile
The Successful National Account Manager - Haircare:

• Proven track record in a National Account Manager role
• Proven track record working with the top 4 grocers / Boots / Superdrug
• Health & Beauty experience is desired but not essential
• Proven track record working for a FMCG / health & beauty business
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets
Exceptional communication and negotiation skills
Strong organisational and leadership skills
A customer-oriented mindset
Strong analytical capabilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• High-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Full UK driving license and ability to travel to visit customers is essential.
• To travel to the office 2 days per week (overnight stay is provided if needed).

Job Offer
The Successful National Account Manager - Haircare:

• £50,000 - £60,000 per annum base salary
• £5,000 per annum car allowance
• 20% bonus
• Other companies benefits

If you are interested in the role please apply or reach out to Jon Dolbear at Michael Page 07780 005638.