Senior National Account Manager - Convenience

The Business This is a globally backed FMCG business with a bold UK growth agenda and a challenger mindset. Already established within the Grocery sector, the business is now entering a critical new phase – scaling its Premium Snacking portfolio across the high-potential Convenience and Wholesale channel. With strong foundations and a world-class product range, the brand is ready for lift-off . Backed by an international group and a leadership team that thinks long term, this is a rare opportunity to shape and lead a channel with untapped growth potential. The UK team is small, agile, and highly entrepreneurial . Everyone is hands-on, fast-moving, and results-driven. Innovation, customer partnership, and commercial agility sit at the heart of their culture – and now they are looking for a like-minded Senior National Account Manager to take ownership and drive the next chapter. The Opportunity As Senior National Account Manager – Convenience and Wholesale , you will take full commercial ownership of a strategically critical channel. You will report directly to the UK Commercial Director , and work closely with European partners and the UK brand team to embed the premium snacking range into the market. This is not a reactive account role. It is a high-ownership, growth-focused position , built for someone who wants to lead a channel, not just manage accounts . Core Responsibilities ✅ Channel Ownership with Growth Accountability Take the lead on Convenience and Wholesale, building out the UK strategy and commercial execution plan. ✅ Brand Expansion – Premium Snacking Drive distribution and visibility of the snacking portfolio across key accounts and new customer opportunities. ✅ Strategic Business Development Identify whitespace across formats and customers. Build and execute compelling commercial strategies that unlock growth. ✅ Full P&L Accountability Own commercial delivery, manage investment, and balance short-term results with long-term brand value creation. ✅ Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with NPD, supply chain, and marketing to bring plans to life in market. Ensure flawless delivery across the value chain. ✅ Customer Relationship Management Build and grow senior-level relationships across retail buying, supply, and category functions. ✅ Platform for Leadership This is a visible, strategic role with clear progression into future leadership positions as the UK team grows. What You Will Gain ✨ Full ownership of a high-growth UK Convenience and Wholesale channel ✨ A high-impact role reporting directly to the UK Commercial Director ✨ Exposure to an internationally backed, high-quality product portfolio ✨ A seat at the table as the UK growth strategy is shaped and delivered ✨ A rare balance of global resource and SME-style agility ✨ A fast-paced, innovation-led category full of white space and growth ✨ Real progression toward leadership roles as the UK business scales Candidate Requirements We are looking for a commercially driven, growth-minded account leader who can combine channel strategy with flawless delivery . ✔️ Proven success in the Convenience and Wholesale channel ✔️ Experience with impulse-led or snacking categories is highly desirable ✔️ Strong in both strategic thinking and hands-on account execution ✔️ Experience growing accounts and opening new opportunities, not just managing ✔️ Able to work cross-functionally in an agile, entrepreneurial environment ✔️ Comfortable owning the full P&L and driving performance end to end ✔️ Hungry for growth, visibility, and progression into leadership Location The role is home-based , with two days per week required in the North . If you are ready to own a high-growth channel in one of the UK’s most dynamic categories, this could be the career-defining move you have been looking for.

Location: England,, GB

Posted Date: 11/4/2025