National Account Manager - Coles

Job title : National Account Manager - Coles
Location : Victoria
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Job reference : 1635557
About the Role
This role represents an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding FMCG business with a strong Asian food’s portfolio, leading the existing Coles channel.

Reporting to senior leadership, your remit will span strategic planning, promotional execution, financial forecasting, and collaborative new product development. You'll work cross-functionally with supply chain, marketing, and category teams to ensure operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities
  • Drive range expansion and optimise promotional execution by analysing scan data, market trends, and competitor activity to present compelling category growth opportunities.
  • Strengthen relationships with Coles buying and category teams to influence ranging decisions, maximise promotional effectiveness, and support joint business planning.
  • Collaborate with procurement, product development, and operations to secure listings, align onboard offerings, and meet logistical and regulatory requirements.
  • Act as the main point of contact for Coles on day-to-day matters including promotional planning, issue resolution, category development, and performance analysis

Skills and Experience
  • 3+ years experience in FMCG sales, category, or business development roles.
  • Proven success managing retail or food service accounts.
  • Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
  • Self-starter with ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Experience with Coles is highly regarded.
  
Benefits
  • Drive real impact within a growth-focused FMCG brand
  • Attractive remuneration with strong performance incentives
  • Supportive leadership and entrepreneurial culture
  • Convenient Melbourne-based location

Culture
Join a values-led team that embraces innovation, accountability, and diversity. This is a business in transformation, ideal for candidates who thrive in dynamic settings and are ready to accelerate their sales career.


How to APPLY
Click APPLY or contact Barney Johnson on 0422600342 for a confidential discussion.