National Account Manager

You'll be the primary voice of the customer internally, developing strong cross-functional relationships, owning joint business planning, and driving delivery in a fast-paced, short shelf-life environment.
This includes:
Owning and developing a priority UK retail account that represents a significant part of the business
Building and delivering joint business plans aligned to shared growth, sustainability and service objectives
Acting as the primary point of contact for the customer, developing trusted, long-term relationships
Providing day-to-day leadership across the account, supporting and mentoring account managers and executives
Working closely with operations, supply chain and logistics to ensure consistent, right-first-time delivery
Managing commercial performance, including forecasting, promotional activity and cost control
Identifying opportunities to improve ways of working, unlock value and strengthen partnership
Representing the customer internally and influencing senior stakeholders across Sofina

We're looking for a commercial leader with deep experience managing major UK grocery retail accounts, ideally within food, fresh produce, or chilled categories. You'll thrive in complexity, enjoy autonomy, and bring a sharp strategic and analytical mindset.
You'll bring:
Experience managing major UK grocery retail accounts within FMCG or food
A strong understanding of trading within fast-moving or short shelf-life categories
Confidence owning joint business plans and leading customer conversations
A collaborative approach, with the ability to influence across functions and levels
Experience supporting or leading other account team members
Commercial judgement balanced with a practical, solutions-focused mindset
Comfort working with data and insight to inform decisions (without being overly technical)

Our new National Account Lead will take ownership of one of Sofina Foods' most significant UK retail relationships, playing a central role in driving sustainable growth, collaboration and commercial performance.
This role sits at the heart of the business, bringing together customer insight, commercial thinking and cross-functional leadership. You'll act as the key connector between the retailer and Sofina, shaping joint plans, influencing internal teams, and ensuring delivery in a fast-moving food environment. The role offers high visibility, autonomy and genuine scope to make an impact., Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It's a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact on the world.
With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, including Young's Seafood and Karro Food Group.
At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will also have the opportunity to work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents.
Sofina Foods has a 25 year history of excellence in the food industry and provides over 500 million meals for the global market every year.
Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.
Why Sofina Foods?
Join a growing, supportive commercial team within one of Europe's largest food businesses. You'll gain senior stakeholder exposure, own a major customer relationship, and have the freedom to shape your career. We offer real progression, a fast-moving culture, and a chance to make a difference.

Car Allowance, Company Bonus Scheme, Company Pension Scheme, Enhanced Sick Pay
Salary
Competitive Salary
Equal Opportunities