Key Account Manager

Wolseley UK Limited; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist trade merchant in the UK is seeking a Key Account Manager for the Plumb Centre. The role involves identifying new business opportunities and developing customer relationships, requiring excellent business development skills and effective communication abilities. Candidates with plumbing and heating knowledge are preferred. The position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and a range of benefits, including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Generous pension scheme

Healthcare access

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Excellent business development experience required.
• Strong communication and presentation skills are a must.
• Self-motivated with effective time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Liaise with sales and branch staff to optimize customer service.
• Provide product support to national account customers.

Skills

Business development experience

Social skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Salary:

Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Key Account Manager – Plumb Centre – P&D

Location:

Central UK (Locations inc. but not limited to Wales, Shropshire, Cambridgeshire, Norwich)

So, who are we?

We are Wolseley - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do – and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild.

Also, did we mention?

In addition to the competitive salary, there are also benefits on tap – including...

Annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity / adoption leave and access to a great range of online and high street discounts.

We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more!

As a Key Account Manager you’ll be responsible for:

• Identifying and developing new business opportunities and incremental growth from within the P&D sector
• To liaise with sales, branch and other operational staff to optimise the service provided to the customers.
• Provide product support and product guidance to national account customers throughout the sales cycle.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, operations, and National Account Director to ensure smooth project delivery and after-sales service.
• Attend trade shows and exhibitions representing the business and generate leads.

And here’s what we’d like you to have:

• Excellent business development experience / results driven
• Good social skills and strong attention to detail
• Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage time and priorities independently.
• Confidence interacting with customers and suppliers to build effective relationships
• Plumbing & heating / Trade knowledge advantageous

Please be aware that we are extending the application period for this role until the new year. Consequently, interviews will not be held until then. Rest assured, we will review your application, but this process may take a bit longer than usual. If you don’t hear from us right away, please don’t worry. In the meantime, we hope you have a wonderful festive break!

We look forward to receiving your application!

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