Account Manager

365 People; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Electrical Wholesaler is seeking an Account Manager for their Southampton branch. The role involves growing sales, developing business accounts, and building customer relationships. Candidates should possess strong communication and time management skills, and a valid UK driving licence is required. This position offers a salary range of £38,000 - £45,000.

Qualifications

• Ability to independently plan, organise and work to tight deadlines.
• Valid UK driving licence required.
• Experience in growing sales and developing accounts.

Responsibilities

• Grow and increase sales in the branch's geographical area.
• Identify and develop new and existing business accounts.
• Build and sustain strong customer relationships.

Skills

Cold calling willingness

Relationship building

Time management

Presentation skills

Professional communication

Job description

Job Title: Account Manager

Location: Southampton

Salary: £38,000 - £45,000

Hours: Monday - Friday

Job Description

My client is a leading Electrical Wholesaler, they are looking for an Account Manager for their Southampton Branch.

The Role of Account Manager

• Growing and increasing sales in the branch's geographical area.
• Continually identifying and developing new and existing business accounts.
• Developing strong customer relationships to maximise the full potential of all accounts.
• The ability to not be afraid of rejection, be it on the phone or face to face.
• Working as part of a tightly knit team to achieve high standards of business excellence.

Essential Account Manager Skills

• Cold calling on the telephone willingness and tenacity.
• The ability to approach companies direct, understanding how to spot a suitable target company.
• Able to demonstrate sample products confidently face to face to potential clients.
• The ability to build and sustain professional relationships.
• The ability to independently plan, organise and work to tight deadlines.
• Smartly presented portraying a professional company image.
• A valid UK driving licence.

Desirable Account Manager Skills

• Punctual, reliable and able to demonstrate effective time management.
• Career focussed, hardworking and ambitious.
• Strong telephone skills.
• Positive, ambitious and driven with excellent listening/communication skills.

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Tom Wells on (phone number removed)