Jnr National Account Manager

About Kirsty’sKirsty’s is one of the UK’s fastest-growing, purpose-led food brands. Founded in 2009 by mum and entrepreneur Kirsty Henshaw, the brand began as a personal mission to create safe, nutritious meals for her son with severe allergies. Today, Kirsty’s has grown into a trusted category leader, known for flavour, quality, and innovation in the free-from space.Every meal is made in small batches at our state-of-the-art site in Harrogate, where we combine care, creativity, and category-leading standards. Our commitment to nutrition, accessibility, and sustainability has earned us national listings, consumer trust, and a loyal following across the UK.2025 is a milestone year. With new innovation launches, including our exciting MyProtein Pot partnership, expanded distribution, and bold ambitions for growth, Kirsty’s is entering its next phase and we’re looking for outstanding commercial talent to help lead the way.The RoleAs Jnr National Account Manager – Convenience, you will take ownership of strategically important retail customers in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You will report directly to the Senior NAM, while also working closely with the Sales Director to shape and execute the commercial agenda.This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced National Account Executive or Key Account Manager ready to step into broader ownership, bringing pace, passion, and commercial clarity to a channel that is central to Kirsty’s growth.Your Key Responsibilities✅ Retail Customer Ownership with Growth AccountabilityYou will have the chance to take full responsibility for key grocery retail accounts. Shape strategic plans, unlock growth, and drive performance.✅ Strategic Customer DevelopmentBuild collaborative relationships across buying, supply chain, finance, and marketing. Be a trusted, credible commercial partner.✅ Full P&L AccountabilityOwn financial delivery at contribution level. Balance promotional strategy, range development, and margin delivery to create long-term value.✅ Lead NPD and Category SolutionsChampion innovation launches and create compelling category stories that align with retail customer needs.✅ Joint Business Planning (JBP)Lead and negotiate Joint Business Plans that align customer priorities with Kirsty’s growth strategy.✅ Drive Distribution and Range ExpansionGrow distribution across core and new products, ensuring strong mix management and profitable growth.✅ Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with internal teams across marketing, operations, supply chain, and category to deliver seamless customer execution.✅ Commercial Influence at Every LevelConfidently engage with senior stakeholders, both internally and externally, demonstrating clarity, agility, and data-led thinking.Candidate RequirementsWe’re looking for a commercially strong and growth-minded commercial candidate, with the hunger to make a tangible difference.✅ FMCG experience in branded or own-label food and drink✅ A level of National Account Management experience- open to channel✅ Also, open to retail/buyer side candidates✅ Proven ability to deliver growth and influence customer strategy✅ Positive, resilient, and proactive, someone who thrives in fast-moving, entrepreneurial environments✅ A passion for purpose-led brands and a desire to work where values meet actionWho Thrives at Kirsty’s?People who succeed at Kirsty’s bring more than capability – they bring the right mindset.✅ Team-Focused – You prioritise collective success and get stuck in✅ Positive Energy – You bring passion, clarity, and momentum✅ Resilient and Driven – You bounce back stronger and push forward with purpose✅ Accountable – You take ownership, deliver outcomes, and make things happenWhy Join Kirsty’s?✨ A brand with real purpose, delivering safe, healthy, and great-tasting food✨ The chance to gain full commercial ownership and the freedom to shape your retail accounts✨ A fast-paced, values-driven team where your voice and impact matter✨ Exciting partnerships like MyProtein and major innovation in the pipeline✨ A powerful growth journey, national impact, and genuine career progressionIf you're looking for more stretch, more purpose, and a career move with meaning, now is the perfect time to join Kirsty’s.Please note-We have chosen to work exclusively with PT Executive; therefore, we kindly ask that other recruiters respect our decision and do not contact us in relation to this role. Thank You.