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About the Role: Do you have a passion for delivering and supporting strong customer partnerships? Are you highly motivated and have a desire to deliver strong results? Looking for an exciting new career opportunity?As an inclusive, forward-thinking business, we take pride in our approach to customer partnerships across Avara Foods. We are seeking a highly competent and motivatedSenior National Account Managerto join our commercial team.This role offers hybrid working, primarily based at an Avara site, with opportunities for remote work and regular travel to our key customer down South. Purpose of the role: TheSenior National Account Manageroversees and manages sales activities with our largest customer, a UK-based retailer. This involves developing and maintaining strong relationships, driving sales growth, and executing sales strategies. The role requires close collaboration with Insights, Operations, Agriculture, Technical, and NPD teams to meet revenue targets and expand business with this key account. Your key responsibilities as a Senior National Account Manager will include: Account Management:Build and maintain strong relationships as the primary contact. Understand customer needs and provide tailored solutions. Serve as the main point of contact, ensuring prompt resolution of issues. Maintain communication and engagement to foster long-term partnerships. Manage the customer portal with up-to-date information. Sales Strategy Development:Develop and implement aligned sales strategies. Manage product mix for efficiency and profitability. Identify new business opportunities. Collaborate with internal teams for alignment on strategy. Monitor and adjust sales performance strategies. Revenue Growth:Drive revenue by meeting/exceeding sales targets. Negotiate pricing, volumes, and promotional plans. Analyze sales data for upselling opportunities. Support new product submissions to enhance market share. Sales Reporting & Analysis:Prepare and deliver sales reports and performance analysis. Track KPIs and respond to risks and opportunities. Lead meetings with stakeholders to review performance. Support S&OP forecasting based on current data. Provide insights to improve strategies. Market Research & Competitive Intelligence:Stay informed on industry trends and competitor activities. Gather intelligence to refine sales tactics. What we are looking for:5+ years in account management or national sales roles. Proven success in achieving sales targets in an own-label environment. Strong negotiation and communication skills. Ability to analyze data and derive insights. Willingness to travel. Leadership, teamwork, customer focus, strategic thinking, problem-solving, excellent presentation skills, self-motivation. What's in it for you?Enjoy a secure, supportive, and progressive environment with recognition and rewards for your contributions. We offer comprehensive training, career development, and benefits including: Competitive salary + Salary Sacrifice Car Allowance 33 days annual leave Private health cover for self and partner/children Matched pension contributions up to 6% Staff discounts and sales Salaried Advance Finance Access to employee benefits including healthcare, mental health support, physiotherapy, and discounts. Who are we, and what do we do?Avara Foods is one of the UK's leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to major supermarkets and restaurants. We manage our entire supply chain from farms to customer delivery, with major processing sites and over 350 farms across the UK. If you're ready to work in a dynamic environment with talented people committed to excellence, apply today! We are an equal opportunities employer. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment agency. Please ensure your contact details are included for effective processing.#J-18808-Ljbffr