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National Account Manager

Job description

National Account Manager

£45k + £5k bonus + car/allowance + benefits

We're working with a leading gardening manufacturer to recruit a National Account Manager to take ownership of a niche portfolio.

This isn't a traditional sales-heavy NAM role - it's about servicing customers brilliantly, understanding products, and leading category activity. You'll work closely with marketing, customer service, and technical teams to deliver a standout experience.

What you'll do

  • Manage and grow a portfolio of specialist consumer accounts
  • Build strong relationships and become their go‑to category partner
  • Coordinate national customer service & trade marketing activity
  • Lead on promotions, NPD listings, and category development
  • Forecast accurately and review promotional performance
  • Attend trade shows & occasional European meetings (every 6-8 weeks)

What they're looking for

  • Experienced national account manager (sector flexible)
  • Strong communicator and relationship builder
  • Analytical, organised, and great under pressure
  • Good commercial understanding; marketing knowledge ideal
  • Product‑focused, customer‑centric, and proactive
  • PA1/PA6 is a bonus (or willingness to gain it)

What you get

  • £45k + £5k bonus
  • Car or car allowance
  • 25 days holiday + BH (increases with service)
  • Private medical + death in service
  • EV salary sacrifice scheme

Ready to find out more?

For an informal chat, please call Kieran on 01780 480530, email kieran@morepeople.co.uk, or message me on LinkedIn.

Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date - just send what you have, and we'll sort the rest later.