Key Account Manager

Wolseley; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in the P&D sector is seeking a Key Account Manager to drive business growth by identifying new opportunities and optimizing customer service. The candidate should possess strong business development experience and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, potential bonuses, and a range of benefits including enhanced maternity leave and wellness programs. Ideal for those with plumbing and heating knowledge.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Generous pension scheme

Health and wellness programs

Access to discounts

Qualifications

• Proven ability to identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Strong social skills and ability to build effective relationships.
• Experience in plumbing and heating or related trade is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities in the P&D sector.
• Coordinate with sales and operational staff for customer service.
• Provide product support to national account customers.

Skills

Business development experience

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Job description

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

Responsibilities

• Identifying and developing new business opportunities and incremental growth within the P&D sector.
• Liaising with sales, branch and other operational staff to optimise the service provided to customers.
• Providing product support and guidance to national account customers throughout the sales cycle.
• Collaborating closely with internal teams, operations, and the National Account Director to ensure smooth project delivery and after‑sales service.
• Attending trade shows and exhibitions, representing the business and generating leads.

Qualifications

• Excellent business development experience and results‑driven mindset.
• 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 and heating / trade knowledge is advantageous.

Benefits

Competitive salary, bonus and excellent benefits. 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!