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General Manager - Tech-Led Entertainment and Dining VenueLocation:               London Salary:     ... General Manager - Tech-Led Entertainment and Dining VenueLocation:               London Salary:                  £80,000 - £90,000+ bonusAbout the RoleI am recruiting a General Manager for an upscale, tech-enhanced entertainment venue combining a fun, social games experience with great food and a full bar. You will be accountable for the venue’s strategic and operational performance, delivering on revenue, service, food and beverage, and games targets in an efficient and profitable way. You will be the face of the brand on the floor and lead the team by example.Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver the venue’s business strategy with the Operations Director, turning it into clear plans and targets for each departmentOwn the venue’s financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, margin, stock, waste, payroll and EBITDAOversee the full guest journey, responding quickly to feedback and maintaining brand standardsGrow revenue through events, bookings, promotions and partnershipsManage stock, purchasing, rotas and payroll accurately and on timeEnsure food safety, hygiene and health and safety compliance, and keep equipment well maintained About You At least 3 years at General Manager or Assistant General Manager in high volume hospitality business.Proven leadership of teams, leading by example with strong motivational skillsStrong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting and cost controlExperience across front-of-house and back-of-house operationsTrack record of delivering excellent guest service and handling complaints wellCommercial focus, with experience driving revenue through events, partnerships or new businessExperience recruiting, training, rotating and developing staffSolid knowledge of food safety, hygiene and health and safety regulationsGood supplier, stock and procurement managementCalm decision-making under pressure and strong problem-solving skills If you have the experience and are looking for you next challenge – Contact David Allen on 02077902666 or email david@corecruitment.com

Food & Beverage Manager – Private Members’ Club – £50,000We’re working with an exceptional priva... Food & Beverage Manager – Private Members’ Club – £50,000We’re working with an exceptional private members’ club to find an outstanding Food & Beverage Manager to oversee its F&B outlets and deliver an exceptional experience for its members.This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate hospitality professional who understands that outstanding service goes beyond the food and drink, it’s about creating memorable experiences, building relationships and ensuring every member feels genuinely valued. As F&B Manager, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day operations across the club’s food and beverage outlets, leading from the front, inspiring your team and ensuring consistently high standards across every touchpoint of the member journey.We’re looking for someone who: Has a genuine passion for hospitality and a natural, guest-focused approach.Understands the importance of the member journey and takes pride in delivering personalised, seamless service.Has experience managing F&B operations within a luxury hotel, private members’ club or similarly high-end hospitality environment.Is a confident and inspiring leader who can motivate, develop and engage a team.Has a strong eye for detail and the ability to maintain exceptional service and operational standards.Is commercially aware, with a good understanding of budgets, cost control and driving F&B performance. The ideal candidate:You’ll be someone who thrives in a premium hospitality environment, builds meaningful relationships with guests and colleagues, and genuinely cares about the experience being delivered. You understand the expectations of discerning members and know how to create an atmosphere that feels both exceptional and welcoming.If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Kate B OR call 0207 790 2666

Assistant General Manager – “Exiting Bar concept in London”Location:             London Salary:    ... Assistant General Manager – “Exiting Bar concept in London”Location:             London Salary:                  £38,000 to £40,000 basic, plus TroncAbout the RoleI am looking for a high-energy Assistant General Manager to support the General Manager at a busy food and bar venue. With a growing late-night and weekend offer and strong corporate trade during the day, this is a role for someone who loves great hospitality and knows what makes a party work.You will help run a venue that moves from corporate lunches and office buyouts by day to cocktail bar and DJ-led nights, with weekend brunches that bring in around 100 guests every Saturday. As they build the late-night side of the business, you will play a key part in shaping the atmosphere and the guest experience.Responsibilities Support the General Manager with the day-to-day running of the venue, and cover as Duty Manager when requiredLead, coach and motivate a team of around 30Maintain high standards of service, presentation and compliance throughout the venue Drive the late-night bar offer, with a relaxed, cocktail bar “nightcap” style of service, and trading to midnight and occasionally 1amDeliver the weekly Saturday brunch, including DJ sets and themed brunch concepts such as R&B-led eventsCreate the right atmosphere through music, lighting, service and pacing, and know how to build a great party environmentWork with DJs, promoters and suppliers to plan and deliver successful events Support the daytime corporate and office trade, including private hire and buyoutsWork with the GM to maximise booking conversion and repeat business Build positive working relationships with other traders, resolving queries and keeping communication open Support the GM on sales, labor, cost control and stock managementLook for opportunities to grow bar revenue and increase footfall About You Experience as an Assistant General Manager, Deputy Manager or senior Duty Manager in a busy bar, restaurant or events-led venueA genuine interest in late-night, cocktail bar and music-led hospitalityStrong attention to detail, particularly with bookings and event planningExperience of leading larger teams and delivering high service standards under pressureCommercial awareness, with a good understanding of bar and venue performanceExcellent communication skills, with the confidence to work with traders, suppliers and corporate clients For more details contact david@corecruitment.com

Senior Sales Manager - Lifestyle Hotel Brand in LondonSalary: Competitive + bonusThis is an exciting... Senior Sales Manager - Lifestyle Hotel Brand in LondonSalary: Competitive + bonusThis is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious hospitality sales professional to take ownership of corporate and agency relationships across a high-quality serviced apartment portfolio, driving new business while developing and retaining existing accounts.Reporting into the senior leadership team, you will be responsible for developing and executing a sales strategy across the London market, with a particular focus on corporate, relocation, extended-stay and agency business.Responsibilities: Developing new corporate and agency accounts across London.Managing and growing an existing portfolio of key accounts.Identifying new business opportunities within the corporate, relocation and extended-stay markets.Building strong relationships with corporate travel managers, TMCs, relocation companies, agencies and key business partners.Conducting regular client meetings, presentations, site inspections and networking activities.Managing the sales pipeline and maintaining accurate activity and revenue forecasts.Working closely with revenue, operations and marketing teams to maximise occupancy and revenue.Negotiating rates, contracts and commercial agreements within agreed parameters.Representing the brand at relevant industry events, trade shows and networking opportunities.Monitoring market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities for growth.Consistently delivering against agreed revenue and new business targets. Requirements: Previous B2B sales experience within hotels, serviced apartments, aparthotels or a related hospitality environment.A strong understanding of the London corporate accommodation market.Experience managing key accounts and developing new business.A proactive, target-driven and entrepreneurial approach.Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.The confidence to develop relationships at senior levels.Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of revenue principles.Excellent organisation and the ability to manage multiple priorities.A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering an exceptional client experience.

General Manager - Luxury 4* Hotel in East SussexSalary: Up to £110,000 + BonusAn exciting opportunit... General Manager - Luxury 4* Hotel in East SussexSalary: Up to £110,000 + BonusAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially driven General Manager to lead a prestigious luxury 4-star hotel in East Sussex.This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a well-established brand with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional guest experiences, outstanding service standards, and memorable hospitality. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving operational excellence, commercial performance, and the continued development of the hotel and its team.Reporting into senior leadership, the General Manager will have full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the hotel, leading all departments including Rooms, Food & Beverage, Sales, Finance and People. You will be responsible for maximising revenue opportunities, enhancing guest satisfaction, developing talent, and ensuring the hotel continues to deliver against its commercial and service objectives.We are open to speaking with both experienced General Managers and exceptional Deputy General Managers or Hotel Managers who are ready to take their first step into a full General Manager position.Responsibilities Provide inspirational leadership across all hotel departments, creating a culture of excellence and accountability.Drive operational performance, guest satisfaction and service standards.Lead the commercial strategy, maximising revenue and profitability across all areas of the business.Develop and execute plans to increase market share and strengthen the hotel's position within the luxury hospitality sector.Build strong relationships with guests, colleagues, stakeholders and local partners.Coach, mentor and develop the leadership team to achieve their full potential.Ensure compliance with all operational, financial and brand standards.Work closely with sales and revenue teams to maximise commercial opportunities. Requirements Previous experience as a General Manager within a luxury, upscale or full-service hotel environment, or ready to step up from a senior operational leadership role.Strong commercial acumen with a proven ability to deliver financial results.A passion for luxury hospitality and creating exceptional guest experiences.Excellent leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams.Strong operational knowledge across Rooms, Food & Beverage and Events.A hands-on and visible leadership style with excellent communication skills.

General Manager – Stunning Country Pub – Berkshire - £45,000–£50,000 + Bonus + Service ChargeAre you... General Manager – Stunning Country Pub – Berkshire - £45,000–£50,000 + Bonus + Service ChargeAre you a passionate, people-focused General Manager who loves everything about a proper British pub?We're recruiting for a fantastic country-style pub in Berkshire, offering a brilliant combination of quality food, great drinks and a welcoming atmosphere.This is a characterful, food-led pub with a strong community feel, attracting a mix of loyal locals, families and guests looking for a relaxed dining experience.The Opportunity: Take ownership of a beautiful, established pub with plenty of character and personality.Lead a strong food and beverage operation, with a focus on quality, hospitality and consistency.Build relationships with the local community and make the pub a genuine destination.Recruit, inspire and develop a fantastic team.Take full responsibility for commercial performance, driving sales, managing costs and delivering a healthy P&L.Enjoy the support and stability of an established hospitality group while having the freedom to put your own stamp on the business. What We're Looking For: An experienced General Manager with a background in quality food-led pubs or gastro pubs.Someone who understands the importance of both the dining experience and a lively, welcoming bar.A natural host who loves being on the floor, getting to know guests and leading from the front.Strong commercial awareness, excellent people skills and a genuine passion for hospitality.Someone who can balance high standards with the warmth and personality that makes a great pub. The Package: £45,000–£50,000 basic salaryPerformance-related bonusService chargeExcellent career development opportunitiesSupport from an established and successful pub operator This is a fantastic opportunity for a General Manager who wants to run a proper pub, build a loyal following and take real pride in their business.Interested? Apply today for a confidential conversation.

General Manager – North London Pub – £55,000 + Bonus + Service ChargeA fantastic opportunity to take... General Manager – North London Pub – £55,000 + Bonus + Service ChargeA fantastic opportunity to take the reins of a well-established, characterful pub in North London!We're looking for an experienced, passionate and commercially driven General Manager to lead a brilliant neighbourhood pub that prides itself on great food, quality drinks and a genuine connection with its local community.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected pub group that believes in giving its General Managers the freedom to put their own stamp on their businesses.The Opportunity: Salary of £50,000–£55,000 + bonus + service charge.Run a characterful, food-led neighbourhood pub with a loyal customer base.Genuine autonomy to drive sales, develop the offering and make the business your own.Lead, inspire and develop a passionate hospitality team.Join an established pub group offering excellent career progression and development. What We're Looking For: An experienced General Manager with a strong pub or gastro pub background.Someone who understands great food, drinks and exceptional hospitality.Strong commercial awareness, including P&L management and driving profitability.A natural people person who loves building teams and engaging with the local community.A hands-on operator who takes real pride in their pub and isn't afraid to lead from the front. This is a brilliant opportunity for a proper pub operator who wants to run a business they're genuinely proud of.

Job Title: Business Development Manager – Luxury Events & Experiences Salary: Up to £70,000 + Co... Job Title: Business Development Manager – Luxury Events & Experiences Salary: Up to £70,000 + Commission Location: London / HybridWe are working with a luxury events and experiences business looking for a Business Development Manager to drive new revenue, open new markets and secure high-value clients. This is a hands-on sales role for an ambitious professional with a proven track record in winning new business within the events, experiential or production industry.Main duties: Identify, develop and convert new business opportunities across untapped markets.Build relationships with senior decision-makers across brands, corporates and agencies.Lead client pitches, presentations and bespoke commercial proposals.Develop new revenue streams across event production, design and management.Manage the sales pipeline from initial enquiry through to closing deals.Achieve revenue and gross profit targets while building long-term client partnerships. Requirements: Proven sales experience within events, experiential or production agencies.Strong track record of winning new business and developing client accounts.Commercially minded with excellent negotiation and closing skills.Entrepreneurial attitude with the ability to develop new markets independently.Confident communicator with experience presenting to senior stakeholders.Highly motivated, proactive and results-driven, with a strong focus on targets.Client Development / New Business Lead – Luxury Events & Experiences If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your CV to ed@corecruitment.comGet social……http://www.corecruitment.com/https://www.facebook.com/COREcruitmentDOTcom/

I'm working with a London-based small-batch coffee roaster that supplies restaurants and cafés acros... I'm working with a London-based small-batch coffee roaster that supplies restaurants and cafés across the city, alongside its own cafés, export and e-commerce channels. Ethical sourcing and sustainability sit at the centre of how they trade, and the culture values honesty, ownership and fairness.They're looking for a hands-on Finance Manager to run the day-to-day finance function, reporting to the Finance Director and leading a team of two.What you'll do Own month-end and deliver management accounts with commentary and variance analysis against budgetReview journals, reconciliations and control accounts, keeping the balance sheet cleanOwn the weekly cash flow forecast, approve payment runs and manage working capitalOversee stock valuation and run quarterly stock auditsProduce monthly sales and margin reporting across wholesale, cafés, export and e-commercePartner with Commercial, Operations and the Exec team on budgets, forecasts and performanceLead the external audit and stay on top of VAT, payroll and statutory complianceCoach and develop two finance juniorsImprove processes and systems across Xero, Shopify and other business related systems. What you'll bring ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or at final exam stage with strong relevant experienceExperience running month-end and producing full management accountsA solid grasp of balance sheet control, accruals and stock accountingExperience managing or mentoring junior team membersStrong Excel and working knowledge of XeroConfidence presenting numbers to senior leadershipBackground in FMCG, manufacturing, hospitality or multi-site retail is a plus

Director of Food & BeverageLuxury Hospitality | SeychellesAn exceptional opportunity exists for... Director of Food & BeverageLuxury Hospitality | SeychellesAn exceptional opportunity exists for an accomplished Director of Food & Beverage to lead the F&B division of a prestigious luxury resort.The successful candidate will drive operational excellence, commercial performance, guest satisfaction and innovative dining concepts while developing a high-performing team and ensuring consistently exceptional service standards.Key Requirements Minimum 10 years’ operational experience within ultra-luxury hotels or leading independent restaurants.Proven experience as a Director of F&B or Assistant Director of F&B or very strong F&B Manager within a comparable luxury property.Experience with Forbes Five-Star standards would be ideal but not essentialStrong commercial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, revenue generation and cost control.Extensive knowledge of food, beverage, wine and spirits, with a passion for innovative dining experiences.Demonstrated leadership, talent development and operational excellence.International resort experience, ideally in the Indian Ocean, Caribbean or Southeast Asia.A relevant hospitality qualification is advantageous. The ideal candidate is a commercially astute, guest-focused leader with the vision and drive to elevate dining experiences and deliver outstanding financial and operational results.Salary Package Offered: USD6.5k pm negotiable plus full expat benefits and great bonus schemeGet in touch: michelle@corecruitment.com

Paid Social Media Manager - £50,000 - Luxury Care Home Group London | HybridWe’re working with a fan... Paid Social Media Manager - £50,000 - Luxury Care Home Group London | HybridWe’re working with a fantastic luxury senior living group who are looking for a Paid Social Media Manager to join their growing marketing team. This is a brilliant opportunity for a commercially focused social media professional who wants to take ownership of the strategy, manage paid campaigns and, most importantly, drive leads and enquiries through social media. You’ll be working as part of a marketing team alongside the Head of Marketing and Marketing Manager, with responsibility for the social media strategy across the group and its individual residences. This is a strategy-led role with real ownership. The focus is not simply on followers and engagement, the goal is to create social activity that generates genuine enquiries and leads for the business.You will: Lead the overall social media strategy across Instagram, Facebook and LinkedInManage daily content, scheduling and social media activityCreate content plans for individual residences and larger campaignsWork closely with Sales Managers to create content that supports each residenceManage paid social campaigns and budgets across MetaDrive lead generation through both organic and paid socialMonitor performance, analyse results and optimise campaignsManage agencies and external creative partnersSupport content creation for key campaignsEnsure the brand, tone of voice and visual identity are consistently represented What we’re looking for: Strong in social media strategy and executionCommercially minded and genuinely understands lead generationExperienced managing paid social campaigns and budgetsConfident across Meta, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedInAble to use data and performance to shape social strategySalesforce experience would be a bonus, but is not essential If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today, send your CV to Kate B, or call 0207 790 2666.

Senior Packaging Manager – Iconic National Beer Brand – North London - Up to £65k plus packageMy cli... Senior Packaging Manager – Iconic National Beer Brand – North London - Up to £65k plus packageMy client is a leading and well-known Drinks brand operating at a national level, with an exceptional track record in growth across the On and Off trade. This brand is iconic, with a range of exciting NPD, new launches and trade exposure. With over 10 years in the industry, this business is one to watch.We are looking for an experienced Packaging Manager to lead and develop packaging operations within a fast-paced food and beverage manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on leadership role with responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of packaging operations, while also driving longer-term improvements in capability, technical performance, efficiency and ways of working.You will lead and develop a team of packaging professionals, ensuring production plans are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and to the required quality standards. You will also play a key role in developing a culture of continuous improvement, using data and lean methodologies to improve performance, reduce waste and build capability across the team.Company Benefits: Competitive package, additional bonus and packagePrivate healthcare, extended holiday leave, pension schemeDiscounted products and additional company perks. Succession and PDP plan implemented. Senior Packaging Manager Key Responsibilities: Lead packaging operations to deliver production plans against quality, efficiency, cost and output targets.Manage, coach and develop packaging teams, with a focus on increasing technical competence and capability.Maintain and continuously improve health and safety standards, embedding safe working practices across the team.Identify technical constraints and production bottlenecks, developing practical people and technical solutions.Drive improvements in Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), quality and output.Contribute to future capacity planning and capital investment projects.Identify skills gaps and develop training and capability plans to support flexible, cross-functional working.Build a culture of continuous improvement and lean working across the packaging function.Ensure effective scheduling and delivery of daily production activities, with appropriate KPI reporting.Manage all relevant people processes, including skills matrices, holidays, absence, performance reviews and disciplinary procedures.Develop Supervisors into effective shift leaders who can manage teams, drive performance and lead change.Work collaboratively with Compliance and other stakeholders to deliver food safety, certification and compliance requirements.Develop and embed lean systems and processes, including 5S, root cause analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement.Ensure quality requirements are understood and consistently embedded within packaging operations.Maintain strong records, reporting and data management to support operational decision-making. The Ideal Senior Packaging Manager candidate: Extensive experience in a packaging or brewing managerial role.Essential experience of kegging and canning operations.A proven track record of resolving packaging production issues.Demonstrable experience improving line performance and optimising labour.Experience with industry-leading packaging equipment and suppliers; KHS/GPI experience would be advantageous.A good understanding of HACCP and food safety principles.Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.Experience embedding root cause analysis and structured problem-solving into operational practices.Strong record-keeping, reporting and data-management skills.Good time-management and organisational skills.Intermediate Excel skills. If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CV’s to Mark at COREcruitment / Mark@corecruitment.com COREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram

National Account Manager (Public Sector) – Global Soft Drink business – London / South -  Up to £65,... National Account Manager (Public Sector) – Global Soft Drink business – London / South -  Up to £65,000 plus benefits  We are excited to be partnering with one of the leading soft drinks businesses. This business has over 30 years of production and heritage, spanning various other brand acquisitions and product development. The brand itself has a strong track record across both on and off premise accounts, with a high-quality product range.We are looking for an ambitious, commercially driven National Account Manager to support their Public Sector business across the UK for a leading international soft drink business. This is a high-impact role with responsibility for driving sustainable, profitable growth across the National Public Sector (Education, Welfare, Security services) and the wider channel. You will own key customer relationships and be responsible for turning commercial strategy into measurable sales and market growth.This role will require a passion for new business along with the ability to unlock listings with large scale, national accounts in the National Public Sector (Education, Welfare, Security services).What this business offers: A competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, including travel allowances and expenses.Opportunities for professional development and career growth.A collaborative and supportive work culture with a fast-growing brand. National Account Manager Key Responsibilities: Own and deliver the National Public Sector (Education, Welfare, Security services) channel strategy, with a clear focus on driving revenue, volume, distribution and rate of sale.Lead relationships and commercial plans across the National Public Sector (Education, Welfare, Security services) groups, along with wider accounts.Develop and execute robust Joint Business Plans (JBPs) that deliver mutual growth for both the customer and the business.Lead annual negotiations, trading terms, pricing and promotional strategy, balancing revenue growth with margin and profitability.Identify opportunities to grow distribution, improve rate of sale and maximise the performance of existing brands and products.Lead the commercial process for new product launches, from customer sell-in through to activation and execution in-store and online.Work closely with Marketing, Category, Supply Chain and Finance to ensure plans are commercially compelling and operationally deliverable.Develop customer-specific activation plans that drive visibility, conversion and incremental sales.Analyse customer, category and market data to identify opportunities and translate insight into action.Monitor performance closely, identifying risks and opportunities and taking decisive action to deliver against targets.Build strong, senior-level relationships with buyers and key customer stakeholders.Influence internal stakeholders and ensure customer priorities are aligned with wider business objectives. The Ideal National Account Manager candidate: Significant National Account Management experience within FMCG, ideally soft drinks, drinks or another fast-moving consumer category.Proven experience managing major National Public Sector (Education, Welfare, Security services), with wider nationals considered.A strong track record of delivering sales and profit growth through customers.Experience leading JBP development, annual negotiations, pricing and promotional planning.Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to understand the numbers and turn insight into action.Experience launching and scaling new products within grocery.A strong understanding of rate of sale, distribution, promotional effectiveness and customer profitability.Excellent negotiation, influencing and relationship-building skills.The confidence and credibility to operate with senior customer stakeholders.A proactive, entrepreneurial approach — someone who sees opportunities and goes after them.The ability to balance strategic thinking with outstanding execution. If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CV’s to Mark at COREcruitment / Mark@corecruitment.com COREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram

National Account Manager (Grocery) – Global Soft Drink business – London / South  Up to £70,000 plus... National Account Manager (Grocery) – Global Soft Drink business – London / South  Up to £70,000 plus benefits  We are excited to be partnering with one of the leading soft drinks businesses. This business has over 30 years of production and heritage, spanning various other brand acquisitions and product development. The brand itself has a strong track record across both on and off premise accounts, with a high-quality product range.We are looking for an ambitious, commercially driven National Account Manager to support their Grocery business across the UK for a leading international soft drink business. This is a high-impact role with responsibility for driving sustainable, profitable growth across the Top 4 grocery retailers and the wider grocery channel. You will own key customer relationships and be responsible for turning commercial strategy into measurable sales and market growth.This role will require a passion for new business along with the ability to unlock listings with large scale, national accounts in the off-trade.  What this business offers: A competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, including travel allowances and expenses.Opportunities for professional development and career growth.A collaborative and supportive work culture with a fast-growing brand. The National Account Manager responsibilities: Own and deliver the Grocery channel strategy, with a clear focus on driving revenue, volume, distribution and rate of sale.Lead relationships and commercial plans across the Top 4 grocery retailers, alongside a wider portfolio of grocery customers.Develop and execute robust Joint Business Plans (JBPs) that deliver mutual growth for both the customer and the business.Lead annual negotiations, trading terms, pricing and promotional strategy, balancing revenue growth with margin and profitability.Identify opportunities to grow distribution, improve rate of sale and maximise the performance of existing brands and products.Lead the commercial process for new product launches, from customer sell-in through to activation and execution in-store and online.Work closely with Marketing, Category, Supply Chain and Finance to ensure plans are commercially compelling and operationally deliverable.Develop customer-specific activation plans that drive visibility, conversion and incremental sales.Analyse customer, category and market data to identify opportunities and translate insight into action.Monitor performance closely, identifying risks and opportunities and taking decisive action to deliver against targets.Build strong, senior-level relationships with buyers and key customer stakeholders.Influence internal stakeholders and ensure customer priorities are aligned with wider business objectives.Champion a growth mindset, continuously looking for new ways to increase distribution, rate of sale, value and profitability. The ideal National Account Manager Candidate: Significant National Account Management experience within FMCG, ideally soft drinks, drinks or another fast-moving consumer category.Proven experience managing major UK grocery customers, particularly the Top 4.A strong track record of delivering sales and profit growth through customers.Experience leading JBP development, annual negotiations, pricing and promotional planning.Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to understand the numbers and turn insight into action.Experience launching and scaling new products within grocery.A strong understanding of rate of sale, distribution, promotional effectiveness and customer profitability.Excellent negotiation, influencing and relationship-building skills.The confidence and credibility to operate with senior customer stakeholders.A proactive, entrepreneurial approach — someone who sees opportunities and goes after them.The ability to balance strategic thinking with outstanding execution. If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CVs to Mark at COREcruitment / mark@corecruitment.comCOREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram

National Account Manager (On Trade) – Global Soft Drink business – London / South - Up to £65,000 pl... National Account Manager (On Trade) – Global Soft Drink business – London / South - Up to £65,000 plus benefits  We are excited to be partnering with one of the leading soft drinks businesses. This business has over 30 years of production and heritage, spanning various other brand acquisitions and product development. The brand itself has a strong track record across both on and off premise accounts, with a high-quality product range.We are looking for an ambitious, commercially driven National Account Manager to support their National On-Trade business across the UK for a leading international soft drink business. This is a high-impact role with responsibility for driving sustainable, profitable growth across the National On-Trade (Restaurants, Hotels, Casual Dining) and the wider channel. You will own key customer relationships and be responsible for turning commercial strategy into measurable sales and market growth.This role will require a passion for new business along with the ability to unlock listings with large scale, national accounts in the National On-Trade (Restaurants, Hotels, Casual Dining).What this business offers: A competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, including travel allowances and expenses.Opportunities for professional development and career growth.A collaborative and supportive work culture with a fast-growing brand. National Account Manager Key Responsibilities: Own and deliver the National On-Trade (Restaurants, Hotels, Casual Dining) channel strategy, with a clear focus on driving revenue, volume, distribution and rate of sale.Lead relationships and commercial plans across the National On-Trade (Restaurants, Hotels, Casual Dining) groups, along with wider accounts.Develop and execute robust Joint Business Plans (JBPs) that deliver mutual growth for both the customer and the business.Lead annual negotiations, trading terms, pricing and promotional strategy, balancing revenue growth with margin and profitability.Identify opportunities to grow distribution, improve rate of sale and maximise the performance of existing brands and products.Lead the commercial process for new product launches, from customer sell-in through to activation and execution in-store and online.Work closely with Marketing, Category, Supply Chain and Finance to ensure plans are commercially compelling and operationally deliverable.Develop customer-specific activation plans that drive visibility, conversion and incremental sales.Analyse customer, category and market data to identify opportunities and translate insight into action.Monitor performance closely, identifying risks and opportunities and taking decisive action to deliver against targets.Build strong, senior-level relationships with buyers and key customer stakeholders.Influence internal stakeholders and ensure customer priorities are aligned with wider business objectives. The Ideal National Account Manager candidate: Significant National Account Management experience within FMCG, ideally soft drinks, drinks or another fast-moving consumer category.Proven experience managing major National On-Trade (Restaurants, Hotels, Casual Dining)A strong track record of delivering sales and profit growth through customers.Experience leading JBP development, annual negotiations, pricing and promotional planning.Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to understand the numbers and turn insight into action.Experience launching and scaling new products within National On-Trade (Restaurants, Hotels, Casual Dining)A strong understanding of rate of sale, distribution, promotional effectiveness and customer profitability.Excellent negotiation, influencing and relationship-building skills.The confidence and credibility to operate with senior customer stakeholders.A proactive, entrepreneurial approach — someone who sees opportunities and goes after them.The ability to balance strategic thinking with outstanding execution. If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CV’s to Mark at COREcruitment / Mark@corecruitment.com COREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram