National Account Manager (M&S) at Valeo Foods

Wakefield, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Account Management, Commercial Negotiation, P&L Management, Category Management, Strategic Planning, Retail Partnerships, Private Label Management, Brand Management, Presentation Skills, Communication Skills, Market Analysis, Distribution Growth

Industry

Food Production

Description

Company Description At Valeo Foods UK, we're the creative force behind an array of beloved brands spanning indulgence, innovation, and tradition. From the iconic crunch of Kettle Crisps to the pure sweetness of Rowse Honey, and the rich heritage of Matthew Walker puddings, our portfolio reflects our commitment to quality and diversity. But that's not all – our family of brands extends further, encompassing an exciting array of products and experiences. Whether it's the nostalgic joy of Barratt sweets, or the timeless appeal of Metcalfe Popcorn, each brand carries its own unique story, flavour, and charm. Join us on a journey where passion meets flavour, crafting experiences that bring people together and delight taste buds. Job Description We’re on an exciting journey to grow and strengthen our relationships with retailers, putting customer centricity at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we’re looking for a National Account Manager (Nat Sweet on M&S) to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to drive growth, shape our strategy, and make a real impact across our retail partnerships. This role is all about people—building strong, collaborative relationships with our retail partners, understanding their needs, and working together to unlock new opportunities. You’ll be at the forefront of these conversations, negotiating commercial terms, managing both branded and private label growth, and ensuring our products continue to thrive on shelves. Every day will be different, whether you're meeting customers, developing strategic plans, or working closely with internal teams across sales, marketing, category, and supply chain to bring ideas to life. You’ll need to be mobile, as regular travel is part of the role—meeting customers, visiting stores, and getting firsthand insight into what’s happening in the market. Seeing the impact of your work in real-time is one of the most rewarding aspects of this role, and it’s a fantastic opportunity to develop strong connections across the industry. Qualifications •Good knowledge of the UK grocery multiples channel, key customers and broad National Account experience. •Commercial awareness with P&L experience (M&S experience essential) •Can create, manage & deliver account plans that drive bases sales and distribution, not just promotion volume •Confident at buyer / senior buyer level and beyond •Good communication, negotiation & presentation skills •Experience of working with both brands and private label •Understands the principles of category management & confident in presenting and implementing insights. •Experience of building a strategic vision for an account/channel and executing against that vision Additional Information What we offer you in return Matched pension scheme Death in service Cycle to work scheme Canteen Retailer discount platform Staff discount And plenty more!

Responsibilities

Drive growth and manage the strategic relationship with M&S, focusing on both branded and private label products. Negotiate commercial terms and collaborate with internal sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to execute account plans.