National Account Manager

SPC Global (ASX:SPG) is an iconic food manufacturer with a 100-year commitment to playing a positive role in the Australian economy and manufacturing industry. Our commercial business office is in Essendon Fields, Melbourne and runs four Business Divisions - SPC, The Original Juice Co, Nature One Dairy and Natural Ingredients.

This is an exciting time to join our agribusiness as we unlock new growth potential and take our business global. Our business has recently revisited our values with purpose of globalising an iconic Australian brand.

**The Opportunity**:
SPC is seeking an experienced FMCG National Account Manager to join our team and manage our key COLES account.

As a National Account Manager, you will play a pivotal role in developing and executing strategic sales plans to drive revenue growth and develop new products to grow market share.

You will possess exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, enabling you to forge strong partnerships with our key customers and stakeholders.

**The scope of the role includes, but is not limited to**:

- Take full accountability for COLES.
- Develop and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders within COLES and internally
- Manage and grow existing customer relationships and identify new business opportunities.
- Own the sales delivery versus budget, implementing strategies to achieve and exceed sales targets.
- Contribute to the team culture and help assist in the development of team members
- Drive the development and execution of joint category plans in collaboration with key accounts.
- Effectively manage account and stay within budget constraints.
- Monitor and analyse spend management, identifying opportunities for cost optimization.
- Ensure alignment with company objectives, market trends, and customer expectations.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and analyses to identify areas for improvement and growth.
- Implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or a related field preferred
- Proven experience in account management role within the FMCG industry, particularly with major retailers like COLES & WOOLWORTHS.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
- Understanding of category management and promotional strategies.
- Ownership of sales targets and problem solving to deliver.
- Able to engage and build relationships with a diverse range of key contacts across multiple levels of the industry.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment as well as independently.
- Positive attitude with a strong willingness to learn and grow within the team and business.

**Our Culture**:
Our employees come from all walks of life, across many cultures and backgrounds. The strength of our brands is supported through the strength of our people.

This is a rare opportunity to join a diverse, exciting workplace during a transformation period and make positive contribution to the growth of SPC.

Aside from being part of one of Australia’s most iconic businesses, SPC will also make sure you are fully trained for the job you are asked to do, and you will work in a great team environment with others who have a wealth of experience to share. We offer a competitive salary and opportunities for personal and career development.

You will be required to meet SPC’s employment criteria which will include pre-employment medical screening. **Interested?