National Account Manager

Commercial Manager – Retail Salary: Up to £65,000 + £6,000 Car Allowance + 50% Bonus + Benefits Alexander Steele Recruitment are working with an established FMCG business with a turnover of around £130m, representing leading European food manufacturers across the UK market. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Commercial Manager to manage and develop existing grocery retail accounts whilst identifying new business opportunities across the UK retail market. The business works with major retailers including Aldi, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, M&S, Tesco and Home Bargains, with Aldi currently representing their largest account. The Role

• Manage and grow a portfolio of key grocery retail accounts.
• Develop strong, long-term relationships with major retailers.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities, including opening doors with new customers.
• Lead commercial negotiations, tenders and customer reviews.
• Work across NPD, forecasting, demand planning and stock management.
• Identify opportunities to introduce new products and categories.
• Work closely with European manufacturing partners to deliver customer growth. About You We're looking for someone with:
• Around 3–5 years' experience in a National Account, Commercial or similar FMCG role.
• Strong knowledge of the UK grocery retail market.
• Experience working with major multiples and/or discounters.
• Experience across chilled and/or frozen food would be highly advantageous.
• Established relationships within retailers such as Aldi, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, M&S, Tesco or Home Bargains.
• A proven ability to develop customer relationships and win new business.
• Strong commercial negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive and entrepreneurial approach. What's on Offer
• Up to £65,000
• £6,000 Car Allowance
• 50% Performance Bonus
• Pension
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Hybrid working
• International exposure
• Genuine opportunity to develop within a growing commercial business