National Account Manager – Grocery – High Growth Milk Alternative Brand

Overview

This is an opportunity to join one of the UK’s most exciting high-growth challenger brands in the plant-based drinks space. Specialising in a fresh milk alternative, they’ve quickly built a passionate customer base and secured strong distribution in major grocery retailers. Innovation, quality, and sustainability are at the heart of everything they do – and they’re on a mission to make a real difference to how the nation enjoys its brews, breakfasts, and beyond.

Role Overview

This National Account Manager role sits at the heart of the UK grocery strategy, reporting directly into the Commercial Director. You will lead, manage, and grow relationships with major grocery retailers, driving distribution, visibility, and promotions to ensure the brand is front and centre on shelves nationwide.

You will also…

• Sell, negotiate, and grow distribution, promotions, and visibility across key grocery accounts
• Build and nurture strong, long-lasting retailer relationships
• Develop and deliver strategic account plans to achieve ambitious sales targets
• Analyse sales data, market trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, operations, and product teams to deliver exciting initiatives
• Be a passionate brand ambassador, championing the brand story and values to partners

Compensation

Base pay range: Provided by dSb Recruitment Consultancy Ltd. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Benefits

• Bonus – up to 20%
• 22 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Flexible Working (2-3 days a week in office)

Location

Location: North West England (2-3 days a week in the office)

Requirements

• Proven experience as a National Account Manager within UK Grocery
• FMCG experience needed - ideally within a branded business.
• Strong track record in building customer relationships and negotiating trading plans
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Commercially astute with P&L ownership experience
• Data-driven with a keen eye for spotting growth opportunities
• A genuine passion for plant-based, sustainability, and innovative food & drink brands
• Valid UK Driving Licence

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales, Business Development, and Product Management

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing
• Food and Beverage Retail
• Food and Beverage Services