National Account Manager - Frozen
- Location:
-
Egham (TW20) jobs
- Salary:
- circa £50,000
- Company:
- Kerry Foods
- Job type:
- Permanent jobs
- Date posted:
- 22/11/2009 18:03
- Job id:
- 45762790
- Contact:
- Sarah Webb
- Ref:
- Totaljobs/13879
Kerry Frozen Foods is Europe’s largest frozen ready meals producer, supplying a range of branded and retailer-brand products to the UK major multiple grocers. Our branded products include Bisto and Sharwoods ready meals. We have best-in-class NPD and manufacturing capability which enables us to develop new products to meet retailer and consumer needs. As National Account Manager, you’ll be responsible for a portfolio of major accounts, including top 5 multiple grocers, and have a focus on the development of new business. You will work closely with retailers to review their total range and identify opportunities for new products to grow the category. We are looking for an experienced National Account Manager who is passionate about food and has the skills to develop innovative customer solutions and take commercial responsibility for significant £multi-million accounts.
Kerry Foods are responsible for some of UK and Ireland’s best known brands, including Cheestrings, Mattessons, Denny, Freshways, Richmond and Walls, holding the number one position in many of our markets. Additionally we are leading producers of private-label consumer foods including cooked meats, pastry, cheese and dairy products, and ready meals. A career at Kerry offers exceptional opportunities for individuals with ambition, vision and a commitment to excellence in a dynamic business environment.
Key Responsibilities
Building and managing strong customer relationships with key multiple grocers- Developing new business in target accounts
- Creating and executing marketing and category development plans
- Working closely with Marketing, Operations, NPD and Development Chefs to identify and develop new opportunities.
Candidate Profile
Previous experience
- A proven track record as a National Account Manager, with responsibility for major grocery multiples is essential
- Experience of food NPD and product launches is also essential
- Knowledge of selling and developing retailer brand products is desirable
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding
Qualifications
A business or marketing qualification
