Account Manager / Business Development - Up to £45k

Office Angels; Lancing; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Account Manager with manufacturing experience to manage relationships and develop new business opportunities. Key responsibilities include preparing detailed quotes and ensuring effective communication across teams. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong technical knowledge and a customer-centric mindset, working collaboratively to deliver tailored solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in account management within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience preparing detailed technical quotes for manufacturing projects.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships in manufacturing.
• Prepare and present detailed manufacturing quotes and proposals.
• Support internal teams with technical input during the quoting process.

Skills

Account Management

Technical Knowledge

Commercial Acumen

Communication Skills

CRM Systems

Project Management

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Account Manager - Manufacturing Experience - Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Lancing
Hours: Monday - Friday, 35 hours
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per year (dependent on experience)

Are you an experienced Account Manager with a background in manufacturing? We're partnering with a well-established company that provides specialist solutions across a variety of industries and are seeking a commercially minded Account Manager with strong technical knowledge and quoting experience within the manufacturing sector.

About the Role:

In this pivotal position, you'll manage and develop relationships with key clients in the manufacturing space while identifying and converting new business opportunities. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams - particularly sales, production, and customer service - to ensure accurate quoting and delivery of effective, technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, particularly within the manufacturing sector, to understand technical requirements and operational challenges.


• Prepare and present accurate and detailed manufacturing quotes, proposals, and supporting documentation, ensuring alignment with internal processes and production capabilities.


• Conduct regular meetings with clients and prospects, and provide clear reports and feedback to internal stakeholders.


• Monitor account performance, highlighting any risks, inefficiencies, or opportunities for growth.


• Support internal teams with technical input on manufacturing specifications and feasibility during the quoting process.


• Maintain and grow a robust opportunity pipeline using CRM systems.


• Liaise with estimating and production teams to ensure that quotes are commercially viable and technically accurate.


• Work closely with operations, engineering, and sales to deliver tailored client solutions.


• Contribute to commercial reporting, demand planning, and sales forecasting.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in account management within a manufacturing or industrial environment is essential.


• Demonstrated experience preparing detailed quotes for technical or custom manufacturing projects.


• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to interpret technical data and translate it into commercially viable solutions.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proactive and customer-centric mindset.


• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and client demands.


• Confident user of CRM systems, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Next Steps:

Please apply today with your up-to-date CV and contact details.
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