National Account Manager

National Account Manager + £45-50k + £20-25k OTE + £6750 car allowance + 25 days holiday + Permanent role 

Our client are a market leading food wholesaler and distributor and they are looking for a National Account Manager to join them. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is experienced in managing and developing National Account relationships within healthcare, education, leisure and hospitality industries. 

To be successful you will need the following skills and attributes:

• Proven account Manager with an excellent track record of client management, ideally with demonstratable working knowledge of consortia.
• You will be innovative and demonstrate originality and creativity in finding solutions and meeting the need of the clients within the trade channelsin your portfolio.
• You will have the ability to develop and communicate sound commercial arguments and have a thorough understanding of the cost drivers and their impact on both the company and the specifc client's needs whilst working alongsidem the Regional key Account Manager (KAM) teams, supporting business objectives growth & development of key accounts at unit level. 
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel to advanced level, Word, Powerpoint and Outlook
• Excellent commercial acumen and verbal, written and presenting skills
• Ability to communicate effectively to Board level
• Be decisive, assertive, persuasive and motivational with excellent negotiating skills

This role will involve lots of driving, occasional overnight stays, alot of hard work but will be hugely rewarding.