Account Manager

PREMIER OFFICE SYSTEMS; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing sales-focused company in Newcastle-under-Lyme is seeking an Account Manager to develop and expand a new Sales division. The successful candidate will manage key client relationships, identify new business opportunities in the food sector, and work with internal teams to ensure exceptional service. Ideal for those with strong account management experience and excellent relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in account management or business development, ideally within a food background.
• A strong track record of managing key accounts and growing new business opportunities.
• Result-driven mindset with the ability to manage multiple clients or projects simultaneously.
• A full UK Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with key clients and ensure their needs are met.
• Act as the primary contact for assigned accounts, handling inquiries and complaints.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the food sector.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver exceptional service to clients.
• Monitor account performance and prepare reports on progress.
• Negotiate business plans and ensure timely delivery of commitments.

Skills

Account management

Business development

Relationship building

Communication skills

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Leadership abilities

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM tools

Job description

The Role

Our client is seeking an Account Manager to head up a new Sales division within their growing company. This is an exciting role for aspiring Sales and Account Managers to help develop and expand a new team!

Location: Newcastle-Under-Lyme

Hours: Monday to Friday (8am - 4pm)

Salary: from £40,000 per annum

Main Duties

• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, ensuring their needs are consistently met
• Acting as the primary contact for assigned accounts, handling inquiries, complaints, and providing solutions
• Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities within the food sector to expand the client base in both foodservice and retail
• Collaborating with internal teams; including sales, new product development, marketing, production and logistics to deliver exceptional service to clients
• Monitoring account performance, analyse sales data, and prepare detailed reports on progress, goals, and forecasts
• Negotiating joint business plans and ensure timely delivery of commitments to meet client expectations
• Attending industry events, trade shows and training sessions to stay ahead of market trends and client needs
• Working closely with the internal teams to develop innovative and commercially viable solutions for customers

About You

• Demonstrated experience in account management or business development, ideally within a food background
• A strong track record of success in managing key accounts and growing new business opportunities
• Excellent relationship building and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools
• Strong negotiation, organisational, and leadership abilities
• A result driven mindset with the ability to manage multiple clients or projects simultaneously
• A full UK Driving Licence is required

Equal Employment Opportunity statement: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.