Junior Account Manager

TN United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Junior Account Manager to join their dynamic sales team. In this entry-level role, you will have the chance to develop your skills through a comprehensive Personal Development Plan. You will engage with clients, manage multiple opportunities, and contribute to the growth of the company. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the rail industry by enhancing customer experiences and driving digital transformation. Join a vibrant team that values your contributions and supports your career progression in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and pension scheme

Career progression

25 days’ leave plus 8 statutory bank holidays

Additional leave based on length of service

UK Healthcare Scheme

Employee Rewards scheme

Sick pay

Free on-site parking

Kitchen facilities with complimentary tea and coffee

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Basic sales experience, perhaps in telesales.
• Excellent writing and numerical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing customer relationships and securing business opportunities.
• Maintain existing and nurture new relationships.

Skills

Sales Skills

Customer Engagement

Writing Skills

Numerical Skills

Sales Pipeline Management

Education

Basic Sales Experience

Job description

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We started KeTech back in 1999 with a dream of a better-informed rail industry to make travelling by train effortless. Our team of data experts, software developers, and digital railway specialists cross collaborate every day to develop and deliver intelligent real-time journey information systems, creating seamless end-to-end journeys. We deliver a range of exciting projects, each with their own challenges; but the benefits they provide to the railway, passengers, and industry goals are monumental.

Join us in the next chapter of our story as we help you begin yours…

This is an entry-level role in our Sales Team. You will have the opportunity to train through a progressive Personal Development Plan and gain practical experience to become an Account Manager. Alternatively, if you already possess basic sales skills, you may seek coaching to reach your potential. The role combines various business development activities with some administrative responsibilities in support of the team.

Overview

We are seeking a result-oriented Junior Account Manager to join our vibrant sales team. You will assist in developing customer relationships and securing business opportunities for KeTech, contributing to better journeys for rail passengers and increased efficiencies for Train Operators through our capabilities.

What makes you a KeTech Junior Account Manager?

The role involves contributing to all aspects of sales and sales planning within the team. From maintaining existing and nurturing new relationships, to producing high-quality proposals and contributing to larger bids with colleagues.

The pace is quick, and we are always seeking to maximize market opportunities to satisfy customers seeking cutting-edge information systems in transportation.

About you!

• You are bright, outcome-oriented, and self-motivated.
• You enjoy engaging with people both in person and on the phone, with a natural inquisitiveness to understand their needs and priorities.
• You thrive on managing multiple opportunities and enquiries simultaneously to high standards.
• You have some basic sales experience, perhaps in telesales, and are ready for the next step.
• You have experience in building and maintaining a sales pipeline.
• You enjoy writing documents, preparing presentations, and updating spreadsheets, with excellent writing and numerical skills.
• You are eager to learn and hungry for success.
• You are passionate about customer experience and digital transformation.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme with employer contributions
• Career progression
• 25 days’ leave plus 8 statutory bank holidays
• Additional leave based on length of service
• UK Healthcare Scheme with health and wellbeing benefits
• Employee Rewards scheme offering discounts and retail vouchers
• Sick pay
• Free on-site parking
• Kitchen facilities with complimentary tea and coffee
• Employee referral scheme with financial rewards

Schedule:

Full-time (37.5 hours), Monday to Friday

Salary: Excellent package for the right individual

Contract type: Permanent, Salary Negotiable