Assistant Account Manager

Bloom Careers; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beauty and personal care manufacturer is seeking an ambitious Assistant Account Manager to provide key administrative and operational support to the Account Management team. This role involves maintaining client accounts, preparing product pricing, and coordinating client requirements. The ideal candidate should have strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, excellent communication skills, and a keen eye for detail. This is a unique opportunity to join a reputable team and work with top industry brands in a full-time, on-site position.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative or operational support role.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Capability to prioritize tasks under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist client relationship managers by preparing product cost breakdowns.
• Maintain product pricing and sales orders within internal databases.
• Coordinate client requirements such as order processing and inventory monitoring.
• Ensure comprehensive documentation of client interactions and orders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Proficient in Microsoft Outlook

Strong written and verbal communication

Advanced Excel functions

Collaborative mindset

Job description

Assistant Account Manager

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000

Location: Norfolk

Type: Full-time (on-site)

An established and fast-growing manufacturer in the beauty and personal care industry is looking for an ambitious Assistant Account Manager to deliver key administrative, organizational, and operational assistance to the Account Management team. With a diverse portfolio and a reputation for quality, this is an opportunity to join a team that rarely recruits and to work with the biggest brands that are shaping the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist client relationship managers by preparing product cost breakdowns and project briefs
• Maintain up-to-date product pricing, records, and sales orders within internal databases and tools
• Prepare, update, and share sales performance summaries
• Oversee a portfolio of low-activity or maintenance-focused client accounts with oversight from senior team members, including occasional direct client contact
• Coordinate timely delivery of client requirements, such as order processing, inventory monitoring, and forecast updates based on new commitments
• Generate sales orders, manage pricing adjustments, and conduct regular stock reviews for escalation to relevant team members
• Handle all sample workflows: request packaging references and material swatches, submit lab production requests, track submission timelines, and arrange dispatch from storage
• Process product compatibility assessments, bulk testing requests, performance validations (e.g., integrity and component testing), and securely archive results with technical teams
• Initiate and monitor disposal or clearance orders to completion; manage outbound shipments and follow up on client documentation returns
• Ensure comprehensive, well‑organised documentation of client interactions, pricing details, orders, samples, and both digital and physical records for easy team access
• Coordinate arrangements for client site visits, facility tours, and internal progress meetings

Requirements

• Previous experience in an administrative or operational support role
• Keen eye for detail with the ability to juggle multiple responsibilities effectively
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and advanced Excel functions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for engaging with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Capability to prioritize tasks, handle pressure, and adapt to shifting demands
• Collaborative mindset with a readiness to assist team members across all levels
• Versatile and open to adjusting to evolving needs