A leading and investing food manufacturer is currently seeking a National Account Executive to join their team. This National Account Executive will work across their Retails and Foodservice portfolio. This role will need a home base commutable from Manchester and former experience in managing food retail accounts. National Account Executive responsibilities include: * Supporting the Sales Director and Senior National Account Manager to create and nurture Customer Account Plans including promotional activity and new product introductions; * Forecasting – responsible for accurate forecasting at SKU level by interpreting data * Support with Product Management – launches, current product portfolio & delists; * Manage a defined portfolio of key customer client groups with the wider account; * Attend customer meetings; * Working with the Category Insight Manager reporting on the latest developments and trends within the category; * Manage price and promotions for numerous stock items, ensuring that business profitability and growth meets any set targets; * Identify potential brand strategy, whilst understanding current consumer trends and highlighting any potential areas for business growth; * Track bespoke stock value and ensure products are sold within agreed timescales; * Working closely with the Supply Chain team through forecasting and delivery; * Building and managing strong relationships * Knowledge of customers in the wider food retail and foodservice sectors You will be a National Account Executive with experience managing food retail accounts. This role will require a self-starter, someone who is polished, a real people person. To apply please email a cv