Key Account Manager

Wolseley UK; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist trade merchant in Central UK is seeking a Key Account Manager for the P&D sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving business growth, collaborating with internal teams, and providing exceptional customer support. This role offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and excellent benefits, including a pension scheme and healthcare access. Ideal candidates should possess strong business development skills and plumbing/trade knowledge is advantageous.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual leave increasing with service

Generous pension scheme

Healthcare access

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven business development success and strong results-driven approach.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the P&D sector.
• Liaise with sales and operational staff to enhance customer service.
• Provide product support and guidance to national accounts.

Skills

Business development experience

Social skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Self-motivated

Plumbing & heating knowledge

Job description

Key Account Manager – Plumb Centre – P&D

Salary: Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

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!

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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!