National Account Manager - FMCG

  • Redfox Executive Selection Ltd
  • New Milton, Hampshire
  • Apr 01, 2026
Full time Other

Job Description

Hampshire (New Forest) Based

Excellent Salary & Benefits

Redfox is delighted to be working with Double H Nurseries Ltd to appoint a National Account Manager. This is a standout opportunity to operate at the intersection of FMCG and horticulture, managing key customer relationships within a fast-paced, perishable supply chain environment. If you enjoy owning accounts, driving growth, and working closely with customers and product teams, then this is a role with real visibility and impact.

The Opportunity

As National Account Manager, you will take ownership of a portfolio of customer accounts, acting as the primary commercial interface between Double H and its customers.

You will play a key role in:

  • Strengthening relationships
  • Driving sales and margin growth
  • Leading NPD submissions and category development

You will work closely with internal teams across growing, production, supply chain and NPD, ensuring customer expectations are consistently met and exceeded.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day relationships across assigned customer accounts
  • Act as the main point of contact for all client queries and requirements
  • Lead product submissions and support new retail opportunities alongside NPD
  • Monitor sales performance, promotions and category data to drive decision-making
  • Forecast demand and plan supply to meet seasonal peaks
  • Lead range reviews and joint business planning sessions
  • Coordinate product launches and promotional activity
  • Ensure pricing accuracy, product availability and service levels
  • Manage external grower relationships to ensure on-time, in-full delivery

Added Value

  • Take ownership of internal projects that directly impact account performance
  • Engage with customers and suppliers both on-site and across locations

What We Want to See from You

We are looking for a commercially minded, relationship-driven professional who thrives in a fast-moving environment.

You will bring:

  • Strong account management experience within FMCG and/or perishable goods
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • A results-driven mindset with strong commercial awareness
  • The ability to analyse data and translate it into actionable insights
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively
  • A collaborative approach, working cross-functionally with internal teams
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools

Why this role stands out

  • Work within a highly regarded UK horticultural business
  • Operate in a sector combining FMCG pace with product authenticity
  • Gain exposure to retail, supply chain, and product development
  • Play a direct role in driving commercial growth
  • Excellent package & benefits

A genuinely exciting opportunity for someone looking to step into a broader, more influential account management role.