NATIONAL ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE – BOOKER GROUP

Job Title: NATIONAL ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE – BOOKER GROUP
Reports to: NATIONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER – BOOKER GROUP

Location: BOURNVILLE, BIRMINGHAM/REMOTE WORKING
Function: UK SALES
Job Type: PERMANENT

This role profile is a guide to the work you will initially be required to undertake. It may be changed from time to time to incorporate changing circumstances. It does not form part of your contract of employment.

 

About Grenade

Grenade is an international active nutrition/lifestyle brand, which has grown rapidly since its launch in 2010. Driven by its strong brand, distinctive products, and highly innovative approach, Grenade has made an explosive impact in the sports and active nutrition segments.

As a market leader, Grenade sells a range of nutritional products, both B2B and B2C, including its signature Grenade Bars and Drinks.

We are looking for an exceptional Head of Planning and Procurement to play a pivotal role in our finance team. Supporting the Financial Director and the Head of Operations to prepare a three-year vision for the function including technologies such as new ERP, MRP, forecast data warehousing and data visualisation tools. This is a very exciting time to join Grenade and a huge opportunity to be a part of a close-knit, industry leading team of highly motivated individuals.

Joining Grenade’s high-performing team, during this exciting period of growth and brand expansion, promises to offer a unique and motivating working environment, with highly rewarding opportunities for personal and professional development.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Create and execute joint business plans with all Booker Retail Group customers.

  •  Analyse current data to construct a long-term development plan for maximum growth in BRG.

  • Build and strengthen customer relationships to achieve long term partnerships.

  • Develop a deeper understanding of each account to maximise offering.

  • Stay on top of promotion and ROI data to make future decisions.

  • Conduct monthly store visits to keep up to date within in-store activity and pricing.

  • Plan and execute a smooth launch of new products to meet distribution targets.

  • Report back to the wider team regularly and work together to create strategic plans to ensure KPI’s are being met.

  • Work with the category team to complete reviews for each account in order to grow healthier snacking category sales.

  • Generate progress reports to share within the organisation.

 

 Person Specification

  • An organised, systematic approach to prioritise and keep on top of daily tasks with a keen eye for detail.

  • Ability to build strong relationships with customers.

  • Ability to work both independently and under instruction.

  • Excellent numeric, written, and oral communication skills

  • Self-motivated, disciplined, organised and flexible.

  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person; via email; via telephone.

  • Professional, smart & Organised.

  • Ability to effectively work alongside marketing, accounts, and production teams.

  • Previous Convenience or Grocery sales experience is preferred but not essential.

  • Experience using Dunnhumby and Talysis Portal preferred but not essential.

  • Previous experience with Booker Retail Group would be an advantage.

 

      The Package

      • Competitive Salary
      • 25 days annual leave + birthday + bank holidays
      • Additional days leave for your birthday
      • Flexible Working
      • Contributory Pension Scheme
      • Huge Staff Discount on products
      • Length of Service Awards
      • Study Support Programme
      • Subsidised on site Nuffield Gym
      • Free on-site parking
      • 24/7 access to our Silver award winning well-being assistance program
      • Free entry to Cadbury World and discounted entry for friends and family
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