National Account Manager

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Jack Link’s is hiring a commercially minded National Account Manager to join our Sydney team, owning the Metcash account along with selected MSO groups and other key customers in a newly created, high visibility role that offers real ownership and a clear pathway to senior NAM positions within a globally recognised FMCG brand. You’ll lead day to day account management including Joint Business Planning, promotional strategy, range reviews, distribution tracking and new line execution, while driving forecasting, pricing, rebates and trading terms and delivering insights in compelling reviews to customers. The ideal candidate brings FMCG sales and account management experience, exposure to promotions, forecasting and claims, advanced Excel and a knack for turning data into action, with a collaborative mindset to maximise in store activation. To apply, tailor your CV and cover letter to highlight Metcash or Independents and Key Accounts experience, quantify the growth you’ve led, and demonstrate your ability to work across teams in a fast paced, values driven culture. Submit your application now and show why you’re the right fit for Jack Link’s bold, accountable environment.

Company Description

At Jack Link’s, we embrace the wild side. We’re not afraid to innovate or put in the hard work to make things happen – it’s part of who we are. What started as a family recipe has grown into a global protein snacking business.

Join our dynamic Sydney-based team and take ownership of key retail relationships while working alongside experienced commercial leaders. This is a high-impact role offering real accountability, visibility and career progression within a globally recognised, high-growth FMCG brand.

We are looking for a commercially minded National Account Manager to join our Sydney team in a newly created role supporting Independents and Key Accounts.

You will take ownership and accountability of the Metcash account, along with selected MSO groups and other key customer accounts. This role offers a blend of key account ownership, Independent Grocery Channel exposure, and hands-on national account support – providing strong development pathways into senior NAM roles.

Job Description

What You’ll Do:

1. Own & Grow the Metcash Account: Lead full day-today management including Joint Business Planning, promotional strategy, range reviews, distribution tracking and new line execution to drive sustainable growth.
2. Drive commercial Performance: Manage forecasting, volume tracking, pricing, rebates, trading terms, and promotional accruals, identifying growth opportunities across ranging, promotions and in-store activation.
3. Develop Key Account Relationships: Build and manage strong relationships across MSO groups and other key customers, identifying growth opportunities across ranging promotions and in-store activation.
4. Deliver Insights & Reporting: Monitor account performance against targets, identify risks and opportunities, and prepare compelling customer presentations, reviews and range submissions.
5. Collaborate for Execution Excellence: Partner with third-party merchandising teams and internal stakeholders to maximise ranging, distribution and in-store execution, while supporting the National Business Manager as required.

Qualifications

What You Bring to the Table:

• Experience in FMCG sales and account management (Grocery, Independents or Convenience preferred)
• Exposure to promotional management, forecasting, claims and accrual processes
• Strong commercial acumen with exceptional attention to detail
• Experience managing pricing, rebates and trading terms
• Advanced Excel capability and experience using customer portals (advantageous)
• Ability to analyse sales data and translate insights into action
• Comfortable balancing account ownership with broader account management support responsibilities

Who You Are:

• Newly created role with genuine ownership of key accounts
• Exposure to Australia’s largest retail customers
• Strong development pathway into more senior NAM roles
• Supportive, agile team environment
• Work with a globally recognised, high-growth FMCG brand

Additional Information

Why Join Jack Links?

We’re part of the Jack Link’s family - driven by bold ideas, strong values, and a passion for feeding the journey. Our culture is built on trust, speed, accountability, and awesome character. If you’re ready to make a real impact and grow with a dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you.

What’s Next?
Click "APPLY NOW" to submit your cover letter and CV. We can’t wait to hear from you!

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