Key Account Manager

Airbus; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Key Account Manager to oversee a portfolio of key accounts across the UK and Ireland. This home-based role emphasizes the importance of B2B sales within the chemical sector, requiring a proactive individual with a proven track record in key account management. You will engage with clients at all levels, coordinate with regional leads, and drive sales performance to exceed targets. If you possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and a creative mindset, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a vibrant and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in B2B sales, ideally within the chemicals sector.
• External key account management experience with demonstrable skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop UK & Ireland key accounts.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Coordinate with regional leads and internal teams.

Skills

B2B Sales Experience

Key Account Management

Knowledge of Chemical Sector

Strong Work Ethic

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Commercial Mindset

Job description

As a Key Account Manager, you will manage and develop a portfolio of UK & Ireland Key Account customers. You will have full commercial responsibility for the performance of a group of UK & Ireland key accounts. Some of these key accounts fall within our EMEA or Global key accounts programs, and as such, you will also report to regional leads on large-scale projects.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Manage and develop UK & Ireland key accounts.
2. Report on large-scale projects within EMEA or Global programs.
3. Achieve and exceed sales targets.
4. Coordinate with regional leads and internal teams.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven track record in B2B sales, ideally within the chemicals and/or chemical distribution sector.
• External key account management experience with demonstrable skills.
• Knowledge of the chemical sector and upstream supply chains.
• Strong work ethic and motivation to exceed targets.
• Confident communicator capable of engaging at all business levels.
• Ability to analyze workload and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Creative and commercially minded.

Additional Information:

This role is home-based.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Brenntag is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities. We value diversity as it fosters resilience and innovation. We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion, parental or family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.