Sales Account Manager

Acorn by Synergie; Honiton; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bonuses / OTE

Mobile + Laptop

Generous annual leave

On-site parking

Career progression

Job summary

Acorn by Synergie in Exeter area seeks an experienced Sales Account Manager to maintain an existing portfolio and develop new clients. You will build trusted partnerships, explore opportunities for growth, and work with a collaborative team to meet shared targets.

The role offers £27,000 base salary with a realistic £32,000+ OTE, hybrid working after training, and benefits including generous leave and a mobile phone plus laptop. Travel may be required for client meetings.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to identify opportunities and engage prospective customers.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Commercial awareness and proactive problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with an existing portfolio of customers.
• Identify and engage potential new clients through research, networking and proactive outreach.
• Negotiate purchases and resale in international markets.
• Build long-term partnerships and identify opportunities for account growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues to achieve team objectives.
• Maintain accurate records and manage customer activity in internal systems.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Sales mindset

Networking

Job description

Sales Account Manager | Account Manager | Sales Executive

Exeter Area | £27,000 + Bonus (Realistic OTE £32,000+) + Benefits | Monday-Friday | Hybrid | Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced and ambitious Sales Account Manager to join a growing business in the Exeter area.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, uncovering opportunities and working as part of a collaborative team. You'll manage an existing portfolio of customers while identifying new opportunities to grow business relationships.

Success is built on teamwork, professionalism and developing trusted partnerships rather than aggressive selling tactics.

What We Offer

• £27,000 basic salary plus performance-based bonus, with realistic OTE of £32,000+.
• Uncapped bonus with realistic KPIs and annual pay reviews.
• Hybrid working following successful training.
• Generous annual leave allowance, increasing with service.
• Early finish on Fridays.
• Mobile phone and laptop provided.
• Funded travel opportunities, with expenses covered.
• Free on-site parking.
• Structured training and ongoing mentorship.
• Clear opportunities for career progression and development.

Key Duties

• Manage and develop relationships with an existing portfolio of customers.
• Identify and engage potential new clients through research, networking and proactive outreach.
• Negotiate the purchase and resale of products within international markets.
• Build long-term partnerships and identify opportunities for account growth.
• Work closely with colleagues to achieve individual, team and company objectives.
• Maintain accurate records and manage customer activity through internal systems.

Requirements

• Enthusiasm with strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to identify opportunities and confidently engage with prospective customers.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Self-motivated with a genuine desire to learn and develop.
• Comfortable working towards targets within a supportive team environment.
• Collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to team success.
• Willingness and confidence to travel abroad for client meetings.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable but not essential:

• Previous experience in sales, account management, purchasing, business development or a customer-focused commercial role.
• Exposure to purchasing, procurement or supply chain environments.
• Experience managing accounts and developing client relationships.
• Knowledge of electronics, manufacturing or technical products.
• Experience working within international or export-focused markets.
• A second language.
• Please note: visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position.