Key Account Manager

Wolseley; Warwick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the heating and plumbing sector seeks a Key Account Manager to drive business development in the P&D sector. In this role, you will identify new opportunities, foster customer relationships, and collaborate with internal teams for project delivery. Essential skills include effective communication and self-motivation. The position offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and access to various health and wellness programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual leave increasing with service

Generous pension scheme

Potential to earn bonuses

Enhanced maternity/adoption leave

Online and high-street discounts

Free healthcare access

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in developing new business opportunities.
• Strong social skills for effective communication and collaboration.
• Ability to self-manage and prioritize tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the P&D sector.
• Liaise with sales and branch staff to optimize customer service.
• Provide product support throughout the sales cycle.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure project delivery.
• Attend trade shows to represent the business and generate leads.

Skills

Business development experience

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Confidence in customer interaction

Job description

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

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

Benefits

• Competitive salary and 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.
• Free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more!