Junior National Account Manager

Type: Trainee
Region: London

Job DescriptionA superb opportunity has been created due to the need for additional headcount within the commercial team of a leading European food organisation that boasts a portfolio of first-class brand and own label products. The company is very much on the ascendency and operates across multiple categories with UK retail, foodservice & B2B Industrial.Junior National Account ManagerB2B Industrial – Food manufacturersEuropean food business£30,000 – 35,000 | Hertfordshire 3 days p/wkReporting into the Channel Head, this role will work across multiple customers within the B2B Industrial channel with a specific focus on the relationship with other food manufacturers. This position is a customer facing role and will have the opportunity to develop further with the addition of current customers coming under your responsibility as well as having the opportunity to develop new agreements. This role is the perfect opportunity to progress your FMCG sales career where you must be able to build strong relationships and interface across multiple functions both internally and externally whilst supporting the more senior figure heads within the commercial team. The successful candidate will have the following criteria:– Some sales experience working for a branded or own label FMCG organisation- Solid commercial acumen and a proven record in developing accounts – Must be able to build rapport with customers and develop relationships- Need to be driven, motivated and have a growth mentality with the appetite for success- Strong communicator and effective networker- A willingness to learn and develop your career This is ideal for someone with 1-2yrs experience working in sales for an FMCG organisation.