We are recruiting on behalf of a client for a National Account Manager Job Role: National Account Manager Grocery/Discounters Location: Manchester Sector/Industry: FMCG/ Health and Beauty Salary: Competitive Salary up to £40,000 to £45,000 Bonus scheme, Company Car or Car Allowance We are looking for someone who has National or Key Account Management experiencein the grocery sector. About our client They are currently recruiting for a National account manager to join a well-established team responsible for a range of brands that are well known within their category. Our client is one of the longest established FMCG and Health and beauty companies in the UK.They provide specialist sales expertise for our many well-known manufacturing clients, representing their portfolio of products and creating new routes to market. You will join a fast-paced culture that strives in the face of challenges. The team operate as a family, all with a common goal in mind and work together to meet this goal. The Role: Daily management of accounts and portfolio of development accounts. Negotiating and managing commercial agreements such as JBPs Identify opportunities within the defined portfolio and wider account, to achieve planned growth. Managing promotional spend and activity in line with annual budgets, Utilising activation tactics to increase shelf presence and ultimately increase sales. Build effective working relationships with customers and clients Monitor competitor activity Regular