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Company name:
Newscorp

Job title:
National Account Manager
Location:
London
Country:
United Kingdom
Company profile:

News Corporation is a diversified global media company with operations in eight industry segments: filmed entertainment; television; cable network programming; direct broadcast satellite television; magazines and inserts; newspapers and information services; book publishing; and other. The activities of News Corporation are conducted principally in the United States, Continental Europe, the United Kingdom, Australia, Asia and Latin America. 

Job description:
Company`s Sales Team is looking for a National Account Manager within a large division – the role will manage a Grocer and High Street Retailer account portfolio.
The main focus of the role will be to exceed customer expectations through an integrated team approach, resulting in the achievement of company goals.
In addition, to contribute to the achievement of our Purpose (To share our passion for Entertainment), and to consistently demonstrate our values (Passion, collaboration, people first and achievement).
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 
Implement agreed sales strategy
Develop and implement customer specific activity plans, including annual promotional program
Demonstrate detailed understanding of customer objectives (mid / long term)
Plan and review trade execution
Manage and oversee all account administration activities, including order processing, claims etc
Prepare and manage functional budget
Deliver all relevant financial and reporting requirements, including budgets, forecasts, monthly reports
Actively contribute as a key team member within specialist area, as well as through effective participation across all functional areas
Participate in ad hoc projects as required
 
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
 
Essential
Good solid account management experience
Strongly commercial
A strong relationship builder, at all levels of the business, with the ability to handle relationships internally and externally with diplomacy and tact  
Solution-oriented and innovative - able to work in a relatively unstructured environment, operating with a high degree of autonomy yet remaining accountable for required deliverables and outcomes
Pro-active self-starter
Flexible
A proven track record in negotiating commercial contract terms
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Computer literate
 
Desirable
Experience working in the FMCG or fast paced industry with multiple product lines
 
Personal Characteristics
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team
Ability to manage multiple tasks at any given time
Self motivated and enthusiastic - highly action-oriented and proactive
A proven track record in being strategic
Highly organised, with great attention to detail
Ability to work with constant change and short deadlines
Possess self-awareness
Achievement focused

This position will require travelling.

Only UK residents or work permit holders should apply via gary@joberate.com