My client, a leading global FMCG company with a collaborative culture in the Irish operation, is looking for an ambitious Senior National Account Manager to join the business. This is a fantastic opportunity with a company that has iconic brands and great people in place.
** Fair and attainable targets are in place, and a significant selling point is the presence of senior stakeholders in Revenue Management, Category, and Marketing, who are some of the best in the FMCG sector. **
Key Responsibilities
1. Closely monitor individual account performance and report any issues in a timely manner to the business.
2. Develop & manage the annual Promotional Calendar & Budget in conjunction with the Finance Team, focusing on pricing and margin to ensure seamless market execution and alignment with the Group’s Marketing Strategy.
3. Ensure accurate completion and submission of all Promotional Proposals to relevant customer trading teams in a timely manner according to the agreed customer promotional plans.
4. Secure listings for all NPD in a timely manner with each customer.
5. Ensure accurate completion and submission of any New Line Forms and Product Set Up data to relevant customer trading teams in a timely manner according to the agreed NPD, Relaunch & Seasonal plans.
6. Negotiate and manage agreed Pricing Strategy with each customer. Respond to internal and external queries as they arise. Ensure individual price files are maintained to minimize invoice discrepancies.
7. Produce accurate volume forecasts for promotional activity to deliver industry standard service levels.
8. Challenge Category Planograms for each account to ensure maximum & appropriate distribution.
Key Requirements
1. Be financially and commercially savvy and have a collaborative/team approach.
2. At least 4-5 years FMCG experience as a National Account Manager within the FMCG sector (Convenience experience is a must).
3. Be both tactical and strategic in approach and have strong negotiation and influencing skills.
4. Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel, and have strong analytical skills.
If this position is of interest to you, please forward your CV to Denis Mac Sweeney at denis@amicus.ie or alternatively give Denis a call on 087 977 2742.
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior Level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Sales, Business Development, and General Business
Industries
Food and Beverage Services, Food and Beverage Retail, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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