National Account Manager
About the role
Our client is looking for a commercially driven National Account Manager to take ownership of key retail accounts and play a central role in driving the next phase of growth.
This is a high-impact role where you''ll manage and develop major national customers, build strong buyer relationships, and deliver joint business plans aligned to ambitious growth targets. You''ll be responsible for growing both existing product categories and identifying new commercial opportunities within your accounts.
The business is on an exciting trajectory, with significant projected growth across its national accounts portfolio. You''ll be joining at a pivotal time, with the autonomy and backing to make a real difference.
The role offers a mix of office, home, and customer-facing time, giving you the flexibility to manage your accounts effectively while staying closely connected to the business.
What you''ll be responsible for
- Managing and developing key national retail accounts
- Building strong, long-term relationships with buyers and stakeholders
- Driving sales growth across existing and new product categories
- Delivering joint business plans aligned with company objectives
- Identifying and unlocking new commercial opportunities
- Working closely with internal teams to ensure excellent service delivery
What do I need?
- Proven experience as a National Account Manager within the Outdoor/Garden/DIY sectors
- Experience working with key retail accounts such as B&Q and/or B&M
- Strong relationship-building skills and a personable approach
- Commercially focused with a track record of delivering growth
- Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working autonomously
- Ideally based in the North of England (Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool or surrounding areas)
About the client
Our client is a growing Garden & Landscaping business supplying into major retail accounts across the UK. With strong existing partnerships and exciting expansion plans, they are entering a key phase of growth, making this a brilliant time to join.
What''s Next?
For an informal chat, please call me, Rae, on (phone number removed) or email (url removed), or send me a message on LinkedIn if you think you tick the majority of boxes for this role.
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