Account Manager

BMS Engineering Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK recruitment firm is looking for a Customer Relationship Manager to manage relationships with around 100 schools across the North. The role combines face-to-face interactions and administrative tasks, requiring strong presentation skills and the ability to work independently. A competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000 per annum is offered, along with a company car or allowance, laptop, and generous holiday benefits.

Benefits

Company car or £5,000 allowance

25 days holiday + bank holidays + additional celebration day

25% staff discount on schoolwear

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

3pm Friday finish for many months of the year

Qualifications

• 2+ years in an Account Manager role.
• Proven ability to manage a large portfolio of clients.
• Professionally dressed and confident in tender processes.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a portfolio of approximately 100 schools.
• Engage with senior school stakeholders to retain contracts.
• Analyze and present data for strategic decisions.

Skills

Strong presentation skills

Independent working

Client relationship management

Job description

Overview

• Work for a company where sustainability, inclusivity and ethics are at their forefront
• Fully remote with flexibility and autonomy
• Take ownership of a well-established portfolio of accounts

Location: North West of England

The Company

UK’s largest multi-channel retailers and distributors of schoolwear, supplying schools of all sizes across the country with a large and well-established client base. With a turnover of over £40 million, they have big plans and are continuing to grow through acquisition and innovation.

The Role

As Customer Relationship Manager, you will oversee a portfolio of approximately 100 schools across the North, nurturing and strengthening existing relationships. You’ll engage with senior school stakeholders-including Heads, Governors, and Business Managers-to retain contracts, secure renewals, and successfully win multi-year tenders.

Your work will be a mix of face-to-face visits, Teams meetings, and focused administrative days. A key part of the role involves analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data to inform strategic decisions.

This is an autonomous position, supported by a collaborative team, perfect for someone who thrives on building long-term partnerships and delivering outstanding service.

Key Requirements

• 2+ years in an Account Manager role
• Proven ability to work independently and manage a large portfolio of clients.
• Professionally dressed, strong presentation skills and confidence in tender processes.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within Northern region.

The Package

• £45,000‑£50,000/ annum salary
• Company car or £5,000 allowance
• Laptop and mobile phone.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + additional celebration day.
• 25% staff discount on schoolwear.
• 3pm Friday finish for many months of the year
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.