Account Executive

National Account Executive

(Cranswick Continental Foods – Bury, BL9 8RQ)

*Salary to be discussed at Application Stage*

We’re looking for a commercially driven and analytically minded National Account Executive to join our Sales & Commercial team at Cranswick Continental Foods. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for account management and data-driven sales to grow within a fast-paced and supportive environment. This role is vital to the smooth running of key national accounts, providing commercial insight and administrative support while contributing to long-term strategic growth. If you’re looking to take the next step in your sales career and thrive in a collaborative, results-focused team — we’d love to hear from you.

About Cranswick Continental Foods – Bury

As part of Cranswick PLC, one of the UK’s leading food producers, Cranswick Continental Foods supplies premium Continental meats to major retailers across the UK. We pride ourselves on innovation, high standards, and a dedication to quality. With a strong commercial mindset and a commitment to sustainability, we’re passionate about delivering the best for our customers — and developing the talent that drives us forward.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Account Management team in maintaining and growing key customer relationships
• Help drive business growth through data analysis, promotions, and cost model development
• Create and maintain sales reports, performance trackers, and promotional evaluations
• Collaborate across departments to ensure successful product launches, promotions, and delists
• Build strong relationships with buyers, supply analysts, and internal stakeholders
• Take ownership of key commercial admin tasks — including new line forms and forecast changes
• Analyse cost models from raw materials to finished goods and challenge inputs where necessary
• Develop a deep understanding of customer needs and contribute ideas to support growth strategies

What We’re Looking For

• Strong Excel and data handling skills — ideally with Power BI experience
• Highly organised with a proactive, commercial mindset
• Great communicator, both internally and externally
• Able to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholder needs
• Passionate about sales, customer service, and continuous improvement
• Previous experience in sales support, commercial, or account executive roles (preferred)

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a high-performing, supportive commercial team
• Retail, restaurant, and entertainment discounts through company benefits app
• Enhanced pension scheme and family leave policies
• Profit sharing through Company ShareSave scheme
• Holiday purchase options
• Enhanced Pension contribution options
• Cycle to work scheme and free on-site parking
• 24/7 virtual GP access via our employee benefits platform

Apply Today

Send your CV and Cover Letter

Closing Date: Monday 18th August

Please note - we may close applications early if we find the right candidate)