National Account Manager

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

SDUK's brands include the Nation’s favourite cheese brand Cathedral City plus other well-known butter & spreads (Frylight, Clover, Country Life, Vitalite, Utterly Butterly), functional ingredients and dairy free products.

We have a great opportunity for a National Account Manager – Licensing and New Business to join our Sales team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing existing Licensing relationships between SDUK & 3rd Parties, as well as focusing on New Business for SDUK Cheddar, Butters and Spreads. This permanent role reports into the Head of Sales for B2B and Out of Home.

YOU’LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY…

• Being the lead SDUK contact for our customers holding full P&L responsibility .and delivering volume & margin performance to agreed budget levels across the portfolio.
• Developing, negotiating and delivering annual business plans & new business in line with SDUK strategy and playing the lead in commercial negotiations.
• Developing and building long lasting relationships at all levels and functions with customers.
• Supporting the general development of the business through involvement in projects and internal initiatives.
• Using initiative to identify and secure new business.

YOU’RE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU ARE…

• Experienced in Account Management within FMCG, retail, out of home and foodservice preferred.
• Experienced in managing and growing new business.
• Experienced in working cross-functionally and building strong relationships with customers.
• Results oriented with a ‘can do’ attitude

WE SUPPORT AND CARE FOR OUR EMPLOYEES BY PROVIDING YOU WITH…

• Company Car
• Private Health Care
• Bonus scheme up to 15%
• Remote working (Field Based)
• Autonomous and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for progression within the UK and overseas
• Enhanced employer pension contributions with Scottish Widows
• Health cash plan - claim money back towards essential healthcare such as dental, eye care etc.
• Access to Thrive 24-hours a day - a leading and NHS clinically approved app which focuses on general wellbeing
• Long service recognised every 5 years
• 25 holidays + 8 bank holidays
• My Staff Shop - access to exclusive benefits, free advice and savings - providing great discounts from thousands of the UKs largest retailers & service providers

For additional information on our benefits please go to uk.saputo.com/en/careers/employee-benefits

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join our team.

To enable you to bring your best we will ensure you are provided with any physical or non-physical adjustments to support your participation in the job application and interview process.

Agencies - Thank you for your interest in working with Saputo Dairy UK. We have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We do not pay fees or acknowledge any CV’s supplied to Saputo Dairy UK unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of the Talent Acquisition Team.

In the UK, Saputo is a leading manufacturer of branded cheese and dairy spreads, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Cathedral City, Clover, and Wensleydale. We also boast a fast-growing dairy alternatives portfolio, which includes the Vitalite and Sheese brands, as well as manufacture specialised ingredients used in infant formula.