External Key Account Manager

UBT; Leeds; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading B2B packaging consultancy in Leeds seeks an External Key Account Manager. The role involves managing blue-chip clients, delivering innovative packaging solutions, and achieving sales targets. Ideal candidates are commercially minded and excel in relationship building.

Benefits

Company Car Provided - VW Passat Spec or equivalent

Qualifications

• Background in packaging or related industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of blue-chip clients.
• Deliver tailored, innovative packaging solutions.
• Achieve sales and gross profit targets.

Skills

Commercial Mindset

Relationship Building

Solution-oriented

Emotional Intelligence

Job description

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Are you a commercially intelligent, solution-driven professional who thrives on building strong client relationships and delivering innovative solutions? Do you have a knack for value selling and a passion for creating impact in a dynamic market?

If this sounds like you, a leading B2B packaging consultancy is looking for a External Key Account Manager to join their growing team. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact in an ambitious, client-focused organisation.

About the Company:

This leading consultancy specialises in delivering tailored packaging solutions for blue-chip clients across industries such as FMCG, retail, logistics, and manufacturing. With a proven track record of delivering excellence and a consultative approach, they stand out in the market by prioritising client needs and implementation success.

What's the role about?

As an Account Manager, you will:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of blue-chip clients, ensuring high customer retention and satisfaction
• Deliver tailored, innovative packaging solutions that align with client business goals
• Achieve sales and gross profit targets through effective value selling and strategic account management
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth project execution and implementation
  
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Professionally manage a portfolio of key accounts, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty
• Drive sales growth by identifying opportunities within existing and new accounts
• Provide consultancy services to clients, focusing on innovative solutions and implementation excellence
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions and manage the sales pipeline effectively
• Ensure clients are using the most efficient and effective packaging solutions tailored to their needs
  
  
  

Requirements

About You:

You're someone who:

• Has a strong commercial mindset with a focus on delivering value
• Thrives on building lasting relationships and exceeding customer expectations
• Is practical, hands-on, and solution-oriented, with a background in packaging or related industries being a plus
• Is emotionally intelligent, adaptable, and thrives in a consultative sales environment
  
  
  

Benefits

Hours: 40¾ per week.

Salary: £55-65K + potential :£5-10K company bonus scheme.

Benefits: Company Car Provided - VW Passat Spec or equivalent.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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