Key Account Manager - National Accounts

Cromwell Group (Holdings) Ltd; Barking; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission

Company Car

Annual leave

Healthcare cash plan

Employee development plans

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work

Sick pay

Maternity & Paternity pay

Discount platform

Discounted Cromwell products

Job summary

Cromwell Group (Holdings) Ltd is seeking a proactive Key Account Manager to manage national accounts and drive growth across our tool and equipment portfolio. You will own the relationship with major customers, deliver tailored solutions, and work closely with in-house engineers and regional branches.

The role requires strong sales experience, strategic thinking and excellent communication. A driving license is essential as travel across the UK will be required.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in selling to national accounts.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to build and manage executive-level relationships.
• Ambition to grow share with existing customers.

Responsibilities

• Be the primary contact for existing national accounts and drive value for their portfolios.
• Grow and retain business by understanding customer needs and delivering tailored solutions.
• Collaborate with in-house engineers and branch network to implement client-specific requirements.
• Frequent stakeholder collaboration to align sales strategy with operations and logistics.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication

Negotiation

Account management

Job description

Key Account Manager - National Accounts (7275)

No matter where you are in your career – or where you want to be – we're here to create a great place to work where you can grow, perform and love what you do. At Cromwell, we're all individuals, with unique backgrounds and personalities. But we have one thing in common: delivering exceptional service for our customers. And we do this through our purpose of Keeping Industry Working.

Our driven and successful sales team is looking for a Key Account Manager to help identify new business opportunities to help the business grow while growing and maintaining current customers.

What’s in it for you?

• Commission paid monthly
• Company Car
• Competitive annual leave allowance with annual purchase scheme
• Company Funded Healthcare Cash Plan
• Commitment to employee development plans
• 24/7 Wellbeing and Employee Support
• Cycle to work scheme

Other benefits include Company Sick Pay, Company Maternity & Paternity Pay, Discount Benefits Platform and Discounted Cromwell Products.

What will you do on a normal day?

• Be the primary point of contact for our existing customers; we'll give you the freedom to be the difference.
• Manage a portfolio of our National Key Accounts to retain and grow their business with us.
• Put your customers first and add value to their entire account as you create long-term solutions for them.
• Work closely with our in-house technical experts, and branch network, to help you provide tailored solutions.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for problem solvers with a strong, demonstrable track record in sales. You must be able to organise your time and priorities and have the tenacity to find win-win solutions. You'll be collaborating with various stakeholders so excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt, and influence is vital. Experience within our industry is desirable.

A driving license is required for this role as you will need to travel regularly.

About Cromwell

Cromwell has been around for over 50 years, supplying an unrivalled choice of cutting tools, power tools, hand tools and safety equipment into all industries, professions and trades. We offer next day delivery or collection from our nationwide branch network, supported by an overnight UK logistics operation. Our team of over 1500 people are proud to be keeping industry working.

We're all individuals, yet we're very much one united team. We treat everyone fairly – regardless of gender, sexual orientation, background, age or disability – and give everyone opportunities for new and varied experiences. Inclusion means not just accepting people for who they are, but showing respect and making adjustments to help people and remove all barriers; it's about creating a culture where everyone is respected, empowered and able to realise their full potential.

Cromwell is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are also committed to offering applicants from the armed forces community (current and past) an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.