National Account Manager

Interaction Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in the commercial construction industry is seeking a motivated National Account Manager to manage key accounts and drive business growth. This full-time role based in Kettering offers a competitive salary, company car, and commission structure. The ideal candidate will possess strong relationship-building and negotiation skills while working closely with an internal sales team. If you're ready to make an impact in a national role, apply today.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car

Uncapped commission structure

Generous pension scheme

25 days annual leave + Christmas shutdown

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing key accounts.
• Ability to meet sales targets and provide performance reports.
• Desirable industry knowledge but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage key client relationships to drive sales.
• Identify and convert new business into key accounts.
• Monitor market trends to inform strategy.
• Present updates to senior teams.

Skills

Strong relationship-building skills

Proven negotiation ability

Excellent administrative skills

Outstanding customer service

Self-motivated with drive

Detail-oriented

Strong verbal communication

Job description

Overview

National Account Manager. Full-time office based in Kettering with national travel.

Our client, a leading and fast-growing supplier of high-quality products to the UK commercial construction industry, is seeking a driven and organised National Account Manager. Offering both market-leading brands and a successful in-house product line, the company is known for exceptional customer service and technical expertise.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with strong communication and negotiation skills to manage key accounts, build lasting client relationships, and contribute to ongoing business growth. You’ll work closely with the internal sales team, with a flexible working model typically two days in the Kettering office and three days in meetings (either face-to-face or remote).

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Company car
• Uncapped commission structure
• Generous pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave + Christmas shutdown

Your Role

As National Account Manager, your goal is to grow and maintain relationships with key clients while identifying new business opportunities. You’ll manage major projects, support the delivery of specifications, and drive sales through outstanding service, technical knowledge, and strategic account management.

Key Responsibilities

• Book and attend daily meetings to drive sales and secure long-term business.
• Identify and convert new business into key accounts.
• Meet sales targets and provide regular performance reports.
• Act as the main point of contact for key accounts, resolving any issues and ensuring satisfaction.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to inform strategy.
• Educate customers on products and services to enhance their experience.
• Present monthly progress updates to the senior team.
• Manage projects over GBP100K, ensuring timely follow-up and full project management to completion.
• Deliver CPD presentations to targeted audiences.
• Produce accurate, detailed written specifications based on client needs.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong relationship-building and trust-building skills
• Proven negotiation and sales ability
• Highly organised with excellent administrative skills
• Dedicated to delivering outstanding customer service
• Self-motivated with a drive to exceed expectations
• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks
• Positive, flexible, and proactive approach
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Industry knowledge is desirable but not essential

This is a unique chance to join a dynamic business with a strong reputation in the commercial construction sector. If you’re ready to take on a national role and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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