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 (Clover, Country Life, Vitalite, Utterly Butterly), functional ingredients and dairy free products.

Are you a driven sales professional with a passion for FMCG and a talent for forging impactful retail partnerships? We’re looking for a National Account Manager (NAM) to take the lead on two of our key retail accounts – Lidl and Iceland – and drive growth across our Cheese, B&S, and PB categories.

YOU’LL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER BY…

• Being the primary contact for Lidl & Iceland, managing full P&L responsibility.
• Developing and delivering annual business plans aligned with our strategic goals.
• Leading commercial negotiations and identify new sales opportunities.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance and more.
• Driving category growth through promotional planning and NPD initiatives.

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

• Experienced in Sales or Account Management within the FMCG sector, ideally with exposure to Own Label products.
• Skilled in negotiating Joint Business Plans (JBPs), with a strong track record of success.
• A natural relationship-builder with excellent communication skills.
• Commercially savvy, with the ability to analyse data, generate insights, and turn them into actionable strategies.
• Highly organised, proactive and driven to deliver results.

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

• Company Car
• Bonus scheme paid quarterly
• Autonomous and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for progression within the UK and overseas
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• 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
• Life assurance up to 4 x contractual pay
• Discounted branded products
• Free, onsite parking
• Subsidised staff restaurant
• 25 holidays + 8 bank holidays
• One paid workday a year to volunteer for a local community or charitable institutions of your choice
• Opportunity to swap traditional UK holidays for dates significant to your cultural and religious beliefs
• 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/carees/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.

Closing date:  23 June 2025 Applications received after this date may not be able to be considered.

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.