National Account Manager

National Account Manager (Grocery) Are you an experienced National Account Manager with a deep understanding of the grocery sector? Are you passionate about the spirits industry and eager to make a significant impact on growth? Do you excel at negotiation and have a proven track record of managing key accounts within top UK retailers? MacGregor Black are seeking an experienced and driven National Account Manager (Grocery) to join a global Spirits distribution business. This is a permanent remote based role. This key role will play a pivotal part in the growth of multiple brands with select Top 4 grocers. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of selected grocery accounts, ensuring strong, mutually beneficial relationships. Regularly report to Head of Off-Trade, ensuring alignment with the businesses wider Off-Trade strategy. Utilise your fine-tuned negotiation skills to secure favourable terms and drive business growth within these key retailers. Leverage your deep understanding of your clients ways of working to navigate and influence their decision-making processes. Develop and implement targeted sales strategies to achieve and exceed sales targets, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives. Work closely with internal teams, including marketing, supply chain, and finance, to ensure seamless execution of account plans and promotions. Monitor and analyse account performance, making data-driven decisions to optimise results. What are we looking for? Strong background in grocery account management, ideally within the spirits or broader beverage industry. Proven ability to negotiate effectively with major grocery retailers. In-depth understanding of grocery operations and key decision-making processes. Must be based within reach of key accounts to ensure regular in-person engagement. A strategic thinker with a passion for driving growth and delivering results. Competitive Salary (disclosed upon application), including benefits. Comprehensive Pension & Medical Cover Please contact Kieron Hall for further information.