ABOUT THE BEL GROUP:
🍎 The Bel Group is a global leader in branded cheeses, specializing in dairy, fruit, and plant-based products. With beloved brands like The Laughing Cow®, Babybel®, Boursin®, Nurishh®, Kiri®, and GoGo squeeZ®, Bel achieved €3.6 billion in sales in 2022.
🌍 At Bel, sustainability and responsibility are at the core of every decision. If you're bold, pragmatic, and determined to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company, this is the place for you!
ABOUT THE ROLE:
💡 Join a growth-driven UK & IE sales team and unlock your potential. As the National Account Manager, you'll lead key grocery accounts in Ireland and manage one of the top 6 UK retailers. Reporting to the Head of Channel, you'll drive growth and profitability by owning the retailer P&L, developing joint business plans, and collaborating across Bel teams.
📍 Location: Sevenoaks, Kent (3 days a week in office)
Key Responsibilities:
📊 Manage all Irish grocery accounts and a top UK retailer
🤝 Negotiate contracts and execute commercial plans
💼 Build and maintain successful retailer relationships
📈 Lead distribution strategies, support product launches, and activate marketing plans
💡 Own retailer P&L to ensure value, volume, and profitability
🔍 Analyze performance data and identify growth opportunities
🔗 Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain & Finance teams
📋 Handle retailer account admin, including FTMR reports and EPOS Sales
ABOUT YOU:
✅ Grocery NAM experience in FMCG, food & drink sector is a must
✅ Proven experience in business development and managing JBP cycles
✅ Strong negotiation and communication skills
✅ Experience in P&L management
✈️ Willingness to travel to Ireland frequently
💻 Knowledge of Xtel is a plus!
INTERESTED?
🌟 We're looking for candidates with a growth mindset and a passion for building strong retailer partnerships. If you're customer-focused, solution-oriented, and eager to be part of a high-growth, dynamic industry, this could be great opportunity to consider.
Express your interest by contacting your Foodchain Contact, or emailing: team@foodchainrecruitment.com. If you are new to Foodchain, you can contact us via LinkedIn or via the below link to discuss further.