New Build Key Account Manager

Daikin UK; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in indoor climate management is seeking a New Build Key Account Manager to develop relationships within the construction and renewable energy sectors. The role involves driving business growth and managing projects while ensuring exceptional service delivery. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in sales, particularly in the heating industry, and possess excellent communication and negotiation skills. This position offers competitive salary, bonus, and benefits, including training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary and annual bonus

7% Employer Contributions to Pension

Comprehensive Private Medical and Personal Accident Insurance

Investment in training and development

Qualifications

• Previous sales experience in the heating industry is essential.
• Experience with house builders and social housing clients is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage relationships with house builder businesses.
• Drive business exchange and promote Daikin's renewable product range.
• Manage projects from initial specification to contract award.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Presentation Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Commercial Acumen

Education

BPEC or equivalent in HVAC products

Job description

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Role: New Build Key Account Manager (Southwest)

Location: Covering Birmingham, Nottingham and down to Truro

Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

A new opportunity has been created to join the National New Build Team.

This role would suit an experienced professional who is adept at business development within the construction and renewable energy sectors, emphasising both strategic vision and practical execution skills.

If this sounds like you then please read on

Whats In It For You?

• Daikin UK care about what they do and who helps them to do it, so they put great emphasis on rewarding their employees every step of the way. This includes:
• Highly competitive salary and annual bonus
• 7% Employer Contributions to Pension
• Comprehensive Private Medical and Personal Accident Insurance plans
• Investment in your training and development to encourage and support your career progression within the company
  
  

What Will You Be Doing?

Focused on the national and regional house builder sector, you will develop and manage relationships across all levels of house builder businesses, including supply chain partners, architects, and construction SAP assessors. Collaborating within Daikin teams you will drive business exchange and leverage market intelligence, promoting Daikin's renewable product range to achieve sales and order intake targets. You will also formulate and execute strategic business plans aligned with heating sales objectives to exceed business targets.

You Will

• Generate new opportunities and grow market share within the house builder sector.
• Serve as the key contact for all customer-related issues, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
• Increase specification sales for Daikin renewable products by developing new business partnerships.
• Manage projects from initial specification through to contract award, including technical proposals and CPD presentations.
• Utilise CRM for effective project tracking, sales forecasting, and customer relationship management.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer expectations are met across quality, service, and timelines.
• Monitor and report on new build market activities and competitor insights to Daikin management.
  
  

The Ideal Candidate

• Highly organised with strong prioritisation skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels.
• Understanding of the new build market and its supply chain dynamics.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Familiarity with construction SAP and government regulations like Future Homes.
• Customer-centric mindset with a passion for service excellence.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Strong negotiation and decision-making abilities.
• Commercial acumen with a track record in achieving sales targets.
• Awareness of regional and national construction projects.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Essential: Previous sales experience in the heating industry.
• Essential: Experience with house builders and social housing clients.
• Desirable: BPEC or equivalent in HVAC products.
• Desirable: Experience in renewable energy industry and heat pumps.
  
  

Who are we?

Daikin UK Ltd provides innovative, premium quality, indoor climate management solutions to meet the changing needs of our residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Over 100 years of precision and innovation has helped Daikin UK build a worldwide reputation for quality and technology.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are valued and respected. We believe that diversity in our team enhances creativity, innovation, and performance. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Join us in creating an environment where everyone can thrive

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Marketing Services

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