Account Manager

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Gloucester is seeking an experienced Account Manager to serve as the first point of contact for customers. This role involves handling inquiries, providing quotations, and collaborating with sales managers. The ideal candidate will have a technical qualification and a background in technical sales or customer support. Comprehensive training and a supportive team culture are part of the offering, alongside a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive product and system training

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Medical cover option

Pension plan with company contribution

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical sales, internal sales, or customer support role.
• Technical qualification (ONC/HNC/HND) or equivalent experience in an engineering environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for customers in your sales area.
• Handle incoming inquiries, provide quotations, and follow up with clients.
• Support Area Sales Managers and work collaboratively to grow business.

Skills

Experience in technical sales or customer support

Strong organizational skills

Education

Technical qualification (ONC/HNC/HND) or equivalent

Job description

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Location:

Gloucester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

26.08.2025

Expiry Date:

10.10.2025

Job Description:

Account Manager
Salary c.£34k depending on experience + bonus
My fantastic global client based in Cirencester has an exciting new vacancy for someone with experience or a strong interest in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar.
What You'll Be Doing

• Be the first point of contact for customers in your designated sales area
• Handle incoming enquiries, provide quotations, process and follow up with clients
• Support Area Sales Managers and work collaboratively to grow business in your region
• Prepare accurate technical and commercial documentation
• Identify new opportunities for business development and upselling
• Assist with customer visits, exhibitions, and presentations
• Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, systems, and commercial) to support customer needs
• Communicate with existing and lapsed customers

Must-Haves

• Experience in a technical sales, internal sales, or customer support role
• Technical qualification (ONC/HNC/HND) or equivalent experience in an engineering environment
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

Nice-to-Haves

• Previous experience working in engineering or industrial equipment sectors
• Exposure to key account management or cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of a product range or similar technical products (product training will be provided)
• Experience supporting field sales teams or external account managers

Benefits

• Comprehensive product and system training
• Supportive team culture with opportunities for professional development
• Exposure to high-profile customers and key accounts in your region
• Holiday - 25 days + bank holidays (we close over Christmas and these are taken from the holiday entitlement) + Birthday off in addition!
• Following a 6-month probation, you can opt into Private Medical cover & also add dependents at an extra cost, including dental & optical (currently)
• Pension - Company will contribute double the percentage that the employee puts in up to 8%. Company contribution is a maximum of 8%
• Death in service
• Gross Income Protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Onsite Parking
• Laptop & Mobile phone
• Flexible working hours & following training, the option of working from home 2 days per week

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