Account Manager Automation & Control

Thomas Lee Recruitment; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a technical sales professional to manage and grow a customer base in Coventry and Milton Keynes. The role includes developing strategic relationships and identifying new opportunities in the industrial automation sector. Applicants should have a background in technical sales, excellent communication skills, and a proven sales track record. The role offers a competitive salary with uncapped earnings, monthly commissions, and various perks including a company car or allowance.

Benefits

Monthly commission

Annual bonus scheme

Company car or allowance

iPhone and laptop

25 days holiday

Optional healthcare plans

Qualifications

• Experience in technical sales, ideally in automation or control solutions.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a customer base across Coventry and Milton Keynes.
• Identify new opportunities and follow up on marketing leads.
• Work closely with internal and technical teams to deliver solutions.

Skills

Technical sales experience

Strong communication

Relationship-building skills

Sales target achievement

Job description

Overview

Take charge of a £2M territory and grow your sales career with uncapped earnings and full control of UK accounts. You'll decide the strategy, plan your own visits and shape customer relationships with your expertise. With 4 days a week in the field, you'll have the freedom to focus on high-value accounts while a strong internal sales team backs you from the office. There's also an industry-leading technical team ready to join you on-site, where specialist knowledge can close bigger deals. Monthly commission and an annual bonus scheme mean your sales success will directly boost your take-home pay by up to £10,000. You'll also get a choice of company car or car allowance, including Electric Vehicle options, plus an iPhone and laptop to stay connected. Standard hours, 25 days\' holiday and optional healthcare plans give you structure and peace of mind, while regular appraisals and targeted development plans keep your career moving forward. Whether it\'s online training or instructor-led workshops, you\'ll have everything to sharpen your skills and increase your impact.

What you\'ll do

Manage and grow a customer base across Coventry and Milton Keynes, building strong relationships and increasing product range adoption. You\'ll identify new opportunities, follow up on marketing leads and use your networking to expand your territory. You\'ll work closely with internal and technical teams to deliver the right solutions, becoming a trusted advisor to customers in the industrial automation and control sector.

What you\'ll need

• Experience in technical sales, ideally in automation or control solutions
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets

About the company

You\'ll be joining one of the UK\'s leading distributors of industrial automation and control products, with over 250 associates across the UK. The business is always moving forward, encouraging development and progression for both individuals and the company. Acquisitions and growth help strengthen the team\'s skills and offerings, ensuring you\'ll be part of a company that supports your career advancement.

How to apply

Please click the Apply button. Don\'t worry if your resumé isn\'t up to date. Just send what you have, and we\'ll deal with that later. Just make a note of where you are and your job title in the cover letter free text. You can also connect with me, Mark Hopkins, at Thomas Lee Recruitment, on LinkedIn (or find my website - all comms lead to me).

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