Job Description

At Joseph Joseph, we are driven by a simple yet powerful belief — that intelligent design has the ability to transform everyday living. We create distinctive, thoughtfully engineered products that not only solve real-world problems but also bring joy, beauty, and functionality to daily life.

Headquartered in London, we have grown into one of the world’s most admired houseware brands, with a presence in over 100 countries and partnerships with leading department stores, independent retailers, and a rapidly expanding e-commerce business.

We are looking for a proactive and driven National Account Manager to join one of the most exciting companies in the global housewares market today. You will be responsible for all sales, trade marketing and daily operations in the Nordics. You will be hands on, a self-starter and a motivator of your team. You will set the strategic priorities for the market and be responsible for executing and achieving them.

Reporting to the Sales Director Exports, you will also engage closely with the broader management team. This is an excellent opportunity for a successful, ambitious individual to next step an innovative branded business and consolidate our market leading position. You will be able to demonstrate that you are results driven and enjoy working for a disruptive, high-pace company.

What you will be doing:

• Grow the Nordics business through new product introduction, category and distribution expansion

• Drive a creative and entrepreneurial agenda, prioritising new opportunities, whilst maintaining established relationships

• Manage and develop the main day to day functions of the Nordics business. Sales, Trade Marketing, and Promotions

• Full responsibility for the P&L and growth of both top line revenue and overall margin

• Develop the strategic plan for the business and execute effectively, always looking to exceed budget

• Develop a senior level network within all key partners, increase engagement and commitment to the brand

• Optimise existing commercial relationships and actively pursue new business opportunities

• Establish and build the brands long-term presence in store and in the market

• Grow the distribution and number of accounts

• Successfully manage new product introductions and category expansion

• Your key missions will be:

• Expanding distribution for all categories across both National and Independent Retailers

• Identifying and securing new retail partnerships

• Building our retail landscape and brand visibility in market

• Manage existing relationships with our Key Accounts and Distributor and build 12 months business plan including:

• Maximizing sales through accurate assortment, excellent in store presentation and ensuring sufficient stock at retail

• Driving efficient seasonal launches

• Planning profitable promotional calendar

• Launching new categories successfully

What we need from you:

• Experience in P&L management (cost control, gross and operating margins)

• A clear history of successful business development

• Experience of working within a premium branded business

• Adept at building and managing forecasts and budgets

• Experience working with Consumer Goods would be an advantage

• Experience of dealing with major National and Regional accounts

• Understanding of trade marketing including sales planning and promotions

• A strong networker and capable of influencing at a senior level

• The ability to work without close supervision

• An excellent communicator and team builder both to team, peers and superiors

• Have an excellent understanding of the Homewares market, key accounts and customers

What you will get from us:

• Competitive salary and holiday allowance

• Performance related bonus

• Company Car

• An exclusive staff discount

• Carry-over Holiday

• Volunteer days

• Refer a Friend scheme

• Training & Development

• Anniversary & Long Service Award

• Team Recognition scheme