National Account Manager

Job type: Permanent
Job ref: 005343
Published: about 1 month ago

A bit about us:

Established in 1990, Per-Scent has over 30 years of experience in brand building, new product development, manufacturing services and distribution globally. Per-Scent is the UK’s leading fragrance and beauty distributor of the most sought-after brands across premium, celebrity and lifestyle fragrances. We are looking for a dynamic and commercially astute National Account Manager to take charge of our wholesale and trade accounts, delivering sales growth and maintaining strong relationships with key partners.

 

Why you’ll love working here:

Competitive salary package with an attractive performance-based bonus and car allowance

Enjoy work-life balance with our flexible working scheme - including working from home allowance, duvet days and the choice to flex your working hours

Vibrant state-of-the-art office, conveniently located in Trafford Park with great transport links and free onsite parking

No need to travel to the gym – we have one here for you! Take advantage of our free onsite gym facilities before/after work or even pop in at lunch time

Generous staff discounts on a wide range of fabulous fragrances

Excellent progression and development opportunities - work with teams who are passionate about what they do and develop your expertise within a creative and collaborative space

 

The role:

Enjoy working in a collaborative and high-energy working environment? Your next big role is here!

 

We are seeking a National Account Manager who will be responsible for managing and developing relationships with key wholesale and trade customers, driving commercial success through effective negotiations and account management.

 

Your focus will be on maximising sales, ensuring profitability, and securing the best deals for both our business and our customers. The ideal candidate will have experience in sales or account management, preferably within the fragrance, beauty or FMCG industries, and a track record of success in managing wholesale or trade accounts.

 

What you’ll be doing:

Account Management: Manage key wholesale and trade accounts, ensuring strong relationships, effective communication, and high levels of customer satisfaction.

Sales Growth: Develop and execute sales strategies to drive growth and profitability across the trade and wholesale account portfolio.

Negotiation: Lead negotiations on pricing, stock selection, and contract terms to secure favourable agreements that support the company’s commercial goals.

Market Analysis: Monitor market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity, adapting strategies to capitalise on opportunities and address challenges.

Deal Pursuit: Demonstrate a tenacious pursuit of the best possible deals, ensuring both the company and the client achieve their commercial objectives.

Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams including Purchasing, supply chain, Operations and finance, to ensure successful product distribution and account operations.

Reporting & Forecasting: Provide accurate sales forecasts, performance reports, and insights to the Sales Director, contributing to the company’s overall sales strategy.

New Business Development: Identify and explore new business opportunities within the trade and wholesale sectors to expand market presence and distribution.

 

What you’ll bring:

3+ years’ experience in sales or account management, ideally within the fragrance, beauty or FMCG industry, with a focus on trade and wholesale customers.

Demonstrated success in negotiating contracts and securing the best deals to benefit both the company and customers.

Willingness to travel within the UK for client meetings and account management. Occasional international travel may be required.

 

We are looking to hire results-driven individual with strong commercial acumen, analytical skills and a true passion for sales!

 

How to apply:

Simply upload your CV via our careers page.

Join us now and help shape the future of fragrance!

 

 Per-Scent is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

 

Due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we are regrettably not able to respond to everyone. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of your application, please assume that on this occasion you have not been successful.