Account Manager in Manchester)

Glen Callum Associates; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Account Manager to join their dynamic team in the automotive aftersales sector. This role presents an exciting opportunity to drive business development while managing client relationships and delivering tailored solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in the automotive industry, with proven experience in account management and business development. Join a growing business that values innovation and offers equity opportunities, all while working in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and success. If you are passionate about the automotive sector and ready to take on new challenges, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Pension

25 Days Holiday

Equity Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automotive aftersales/aftermarket.
• Background in account management and business development.

Responsibilities

• Understand client objectives and deliver customised solutions.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.

Skills

Account Management

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Job description

Account Manager

Automotive Aftersales / Aftermarket

We are working with a leading provider of market intelligence and data to the automotive aftersales market. Due to continued company growth, they have an opening for an Account Manager who can also drive business development across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a small but growing business that is part of an international group.

Our ideal candidate will have an automotive background; this could be within OEM's, aftersales departments, or the aftermarket supply chain. Preferable is experience of working in a consultancy, data, or solution provider to the automotive industry.

Why Join Us?

Salary: circa £50k depending upon experience + Bonus, OTE up to 54k

Benefits: pension, 25 days holiday, equity opportunities

Home based role with regular travel to London. Ideal locations include London, Oxford, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, Sheffield, Nottingham.

What you'll need:

1. Proven experience in the automotive aftersales/aftermarket arena.
2. A background in account management with a desire to develop new business within a project-based sales environment.
3. Experience of working with automotive OEM's, dealers, or automotive consultancy firms is desirable.
4. A track record of managing client relationships and delivering successful projects.
5. The ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
6. Analytical with excellent problem-solving abilities.

What you'll be doing:

1. Account Management: understand client objectives, challenges, and requirements to deliver customised solutions; ensure client satisfaction; identify commercial opportunities.
2. Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities; develop strategies to expand the client base; prepare commercial proposals, presentations, and pitches.
3. Project delivery: oversee the production, delivery, and presentation of projects for clients; maintain communication with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
4. Market insight and strategy: keep abreast of industry trends, challenges, and new technologies; contribute to the development of new products and services.

What's Next?

If you are an Account Manager with exposure to the automotive industry, apply now in confidence to our retained recruitment partner, Kayleigh Bradley at Glen Callum Associates Ltd.

Job Reference: Account Manager - Automotive Aftersales / Aftermarket 4243KB

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