Account Executive

Emmerson Kitney Sales & Marketing; North Cave; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sales and marketing firm in East Yorkshire seeks an Account Executive to manage client relationships and drive sales growth. Ideal for individuals seeking their first commercial role or with transferable experience. Responsibilities include client relationship management, project coordination, and achieving revenue targets. Applicants should have a background in sales or customer service, self-motivation, and resilience. Benefits include 25 days holiday, pension, and bonus scheme.

Benefits

25 days plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in sales or customer service is desirable.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to progress.
• Experience of systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage own pipeline and work towards meeting revenue targets.
• Liaise with clients over the phone and face-to-face.
• Prepare regular reports on account status and forecasts.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Ability to build and maintain strong relationships

Resilience

Self-motivation

Job description

Overview

Account Executive. Based in East Yorkshire (office based with some travel). Full-time, permanent position with benefits including 25 days plus bank holidays, Pension scheme, Bonus scheme. This is a Hull-based manufacturer at the forefront of renewables, looking to grow its commercial operation. This role is a gateway into sales and Account Management for individuals seeking their first commercial role or with transferable experience such as Customer Service, Customer Complaints, Telesales or Consumer Sales.

Responsibilities

• Client Relationship Management
• Work across a transactional sales channel of predominantly existing customers
• Liaising with clients over the phone alongside client facing activity
• Creating and maintaining strong relationships within their portfolio of customers
• Project Coordination & Delivery
• Coordinate with internal teams including production and other account managers to deliver a high quality service according to client expectations
• Plan and organise visits to new and existing customers
• Sales & Revenue Growth
• Work towards meeting revenue targets
• Manage own pipeline
• Account Planning & Strategy alongside line manager
• Monitor market trends and daily fluctuating cost of product
• Developing existing portfolio of customers which tends to be sole traders and small independent business accounts
• Reporting & Documentation
• Prepare regular reports on account status, forecasts, and key metrics into the Line Manager
• Maintain accurate records of client communications and agreements using CRM tools
• Issue Resolution
• Handle client complaints or concerns efficiently
• Escalate issues when needed to ensure customer satisfaction
• Team Collaboration
• Work closely with internal stakeholders including business development and customer support teams
• Participate in internal meetings to align on client goals and deliverables

Qualifications

• Experience in sales or customer service is desirable
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships
• Resilient and consistent, with the ability to bounce back from any setback and remain focused
• Self-motivated with willingness to progress
• Experience of systems is advantageous

Other information

As the business continues to grow and become a market leader in their industry for being at the forefront of sustainability, innovation and service, this is an exciting time to join as an Account Executive. If you want to join a progressive business with a real opportunity to shape how they grow in an exciting industry at the heart of sustainability please apply.

Please apply by following the directions on the website; alternatively, for more information and a full outline of the role, call Stevie Moss.

Emmerson Kitney recruit for Sales & Marketing, Engineering, and IT roles at all levels throughout the region. If this role is not suitable for you, we would be happy to have an informal chat regarding any future opportunities.

While we will endeavour to respond to every applicant personally, on occasion this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 7 days of applying, you have been unsuccessful.