National Account Manager (Interim)

Job description

Interim National Account Managers – Grocery & Retail | Drinks ⚡

Day Rate Contracts | Multiple Opportunities

The drinks market isn’t slowing down – and neither is the demand for experienced Grocery talent.

We’re currently supporting a number of premium, challenger, and globally recognised drinks businesses who need immediate interim support across their Grocery & Retail accounts.

These are hands-on roles where you’ll step straight in, take ownership, and deliver impact from day one.

The Role

• Take ownership of key Grocery & Retail accounts (predominately Tesco and Asda)
• Deliver and execute JBPs with immediate commercial focus
• Support or lead ongoing range reviews, promotions, and NPD launches
• Stabilise and grow existing accounts during periods of change or growth
• Identify quick-win opportunities to unlock distribution and revenue
• Manage forecasting, spend, and commercial performance

About You

• Proven experience managing major UK Grocery accounts within Drinks is essential
• Immediately available or on a short notice period
• Comfortable stepping into fast-paced environments and adding value quickly
• Strong commercial acumen with experience owning P&L or key account performance
• Confident communicator able to manage retailer relationships from day one

Contract Details

• Competitive day rates (dependent on experience and scope)
• Initial contracts typically 3–6 months (with potential to extend)
• UK-based roles with hybrid flexibility

Interested?

If you’re an experienced Grocery NAM open to interim opportunities – or just want to understand what’s currently in the market – let’s have a chat ☕

Please get in touch with Kayleigh Norcross or click “Apply Now” to be considered.

020 7871 8000

Kayleigh.norcross@advocate-group.co.uk

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-04-2026

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English