Key Account Manager

Westray Recruitment Consultants Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic landscaping supplier is seeking a Key Account Manager to manage a portfolio of clients, enhancing relationships and identifying new business opportunities. This full-time, permanent position in Knaresborough offers a salary of £35k to £40k and includes benefits like a bonus structure and career progression.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Clear career progression path

Exciting company culture

Yearly bonus potential

Qualifications

• Strong experience in account management and development.
• Ability to maintain client relationships effectively.
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular client contact through various channels.
• Manage and grow the database of key accounts.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Conduct regular pricing reviews for competitiveness.
• Collaborate with internal departments for excellent service.
• Represent the client at industry events.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Strong experience with SAP B1

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Highly organized

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Commercially aware

Customer-focused

Tools

SAP B1

Microsoft Office

Job description

Key Account Manager Opportunity!

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

• Basic Salary package of Circa £35k to £40k basic per annum
• Highly rewarding yearly Bonus/Commission structure applicable
• Full time, Permanent position.
• Opportunity to drive the business forward, working closely with the wider sales team in what is an exciting period for the business.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Office based role in Knaresborough
• Excellent team/company dynamic built on an excellent culture
• Clear career progression path.

THE BUSINESS

Our client is a hugely well-established landscaping supplier, providing premium landscaping materials and wholesale garden supplies to contractors, architects, designers, and landowners. We’re looking for a Key Account Manager to join their dynamic sales team. You’ll be the primary contact for a portfolio of established clients, managing all aspects of account development, from initial enquiry through to quotation, order processing, and after-sales support.

THE ROLE

• Maintain regular client contact through various channels to strengthen relationships.
• Manage and grow the database of key accounts.
• Handle all stages of account management: enquiry, quotation, order, and invoice support.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through proactive prospecting.
• Conduct regular pricing reviews to ensure competitiveness and profitability.
• Collaborate with internal departments to deliver excellent customer service.
• Share market and competitor insights with the wider sales team.
• Represent our client at industry events and client meetings.
• Maintain accurate records in SAP, ensuring compliance with internal processes.
• Support your Sales Manager and contribute to team performance.
• Follow company procedures, including ISO standards and complaint handling.

THE PERSON

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong experience with SAP B1 and Microsoft Office.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Commercially aware and customer-focused.
• Willingness to learn and grow through training and development.

TO APPLY

Please apply for this position and your CV will go direct to Kyle Jevons at Westray Recruitment Group.