Account Manager (Chemical Distribution)

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Southampton; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in chemical distribution is seeking an Account Manager for a home-based role in Southampton. The successful candidate will manage key client accounts and develop new business opportunities, enjoying a competitive salary and excellent work-life balance. This position offers autonomy and the chance to work with a respected manufacturer in the cleaning chemical industry.

Benefits

30 Days Holiday

Generous remuneration and bonus structure

Excellent work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in account management within chemical distribution or related field.
• UK Driving License required.
• Proven track record in business development and client management.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing client accounts (70%) and develop new business opportunities (30%).
• Conduct regular client visits (2-3 days per week) to ensure satisfaction and demonstrate products.
• Provide tailored solutions to client needs.

Skills

Account Management

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Job description

Account Manager (Chemical Distribution)

£50,000 - £55,000 + Working + 30 Days Holiday + Benefits

Southampton, Hampshire

Are you a Account Manager or similar from a chemical distribution background looking for an autonomous, home-based role managing key client accounts, with generous remuneration, bonus structure, and excellent work-life balance?

This established, family-run British manufacturer is highly respected within the cleaning chemical industry, known for their vertical integration including dedicated research laboratories, manufacturing capabilities, and strong sales and service teams. Their market presence includes a loyal client base of distributors and wholesalers across the UK.

In this varied and autonomous role, you will manage existing client accounts (70%), introducing new products and providing tailored solutions to client needs. You'll also proactively develop new business opportunities (30%), identifying and cultivating leads from marketing initiatives. Primarily home-based, you'll visit client sites 2-3 days per week, demonstrating products, addressing client requirements, and ensuring continued satisfaction.

This role would suit a Account Manager or similar from chemical distribution or a related field looking for autonomy, responsibility, great remuneration and work-life balance.

The Role:

70% Account Management, nurturing and growing existing accounts

30% New Business Development, proactive outreach and lead conversion

Remote working with regular client visits (2-3 days per week)

The Person:

Account Manager, Business Development Manager or similar

Background in chemical distribution or similar industry

UK Driving License

Job Reference: BBBH 19660

Chemical, Distribution, Account, Manager, Account Management, AM, BDM, Business, Development, Sales, Cleaning, Remote, Field, , Rep, Representative, Southampton

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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