Business Account Manager- Installations

GPS Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Business Account Manager in the Southampton area. The successful candidate will manage existing accounts, prepare quotations, and ensure customer satisfaction. Strong sales experience and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including Architects and Project Managers, are essential. This role offers the opportunity to build a long-term career in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in securing new business, particularly in the construction sector.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Full UK driving license for travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing accounts and achieve turnover growth.
• Prepare quotations and manage customer expectations.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of industry competitors.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

GPS Recruitment have another permanent position with a valued and long-standing client. Are you an experienced Business Account Manager looking for a new challenge? We are looking to make contact with people around the Southampton area. We are looking for an individual who has a proven track record of securing new business, ideally in the new build sector (Construction). This is a technical and specification-based sales role so attention to detail and a methodical approach is essential. You will continue to build the company\'s already successful relationships by presenting a professional sales ability and promoting the Company\'s high standard of products in new build homes on sites throughout the areas. Being a self-motivated individual with strong, positive communication and coordination skills will definitely help you succeed in the role.

Key responsibilities

• Servicing and managing existing accounts to a high standard.
• Managing and controlling call offs, preparing quotations, amendments, managing debt and customer expectations, in addition to proactive management of delivery dates, extras and variations.
• Achieving turnover growth within existing and new accounts, sales experience is desirable.
• Maintaining an in-depth knowledge of the industry\'s customer base and competitors.
• This list is not exhaustive.
• Having some previous experience of scheduling and managing plots, including check measures and readiness inspections would be hugely beneficial.

Essential experience

• Sales experience is desirable.
• Able to communicate confidently with people at all levels to help develop and maintain existing relationships with Architects, Site/Project Managers, Buyers, Senior Managers and Directors.
• Previous experience working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Willing to work as part of a dynamic team.
• The drive and desire to build a career, succeeding in a customer-focused environment.
• A full UK driving licence, as travel within the area and throughout the UK, when relevant, will be required.
• A relevant site H&S card (this can be included as part of the training)