Hybrid Sales Account Manager — Cable Distribution

The People Pod; Hoddesdon; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical distribution company is seeking a Sales Account Manager to manage customer accounts and drive profitable growth. This hybrid role requires prior experience in cable distribution and strong relationship-building skills. Ideal candidates will possess commercial awareness, manage multiple accounts effectively, and negotiate contracts while understanding customer needs. The position offers a competitive salary of £50,000 – £65,000 and a commission structure, along with ongoing training and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Uncapped bonus / commission structure

Car Allowance

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sales Account Manager within cable distribution or electrical wholesalers.
• Strong commercial awareness with understanding of margins, GP, and KPIs.
• Confidence managing multiple accounts and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent relationship-building skills to become a trusted supplier.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day customer accounts in an electrical cable distribution setting.
• Handle enquiries, prepare quotes, process orders, and follow up to close business.
• Build long-term client relationships with wholesalers, contractors, and resellers.
• Negotiate pricing, margins, and contracts aligned with GP targets.
• Monitor account performance and identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities.

Skills

Sales Account Management

Commercial awareness

Relationship building

CRM systems

Strong communication

Job description

A leading electrical distribution company is seeking a Sales Account Manager to manage customer accounts and drive profitable growth. This hybrid role requires prior experience in cable distribution and strong relationship-building skills. Ideal candidates will possess commercial awareness, manage multiple accounts effectively, and negotiate contracts while understanding customer needs. The position offers a competitive salary of £50,000 – £65,000 and a commission structure, along with ongoing training and a supportive team environment.