Sales Account Manager

Linkster Recruitment; Horeston Grange; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK recruitment agency is seeking a Sales Account Manager in Horeston Grange. The role involves driving business growth and managing customer accounts, requiring a solid manufacturing background and excellent communication skills. With a flexible working schedule, this full-time position offers a competitive salary starting at £30,000 and on-target earnings around £45,000 in the first year.

Benefits

Competitive salary

New business bonus structure

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the manufacturing sector.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and reach out to potential new customers.
• Respond to sales inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Qualify and prioritise leads based on urgency.
• Collaborate with design and production teams.
• Prepare quotations for management approval.
• Maintain customer relationships and manage the sales funnel.
• Keep CRM records up to date.
• Attend trade shows and industry events.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Organisational skills

Multitasking skills

Proactive sales approach

Job description

Sales Account Manager

We've got an exciting opportunity for a Sales Account Manager with our client based in Nuneaton. They are looking for someone to drive business growth and manage customer accounts at their manufacturing plant.

In this role, you will have the chance to identify and respond to various opportunities for developing bespoke components and sub-assemblies for OEM manufacturers. Your expertise will play a crucial role in providing tailored solutions across a diverse range of industries. The ideal candidate will possess a solid manufacturing background along with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

This position operates on a Monday to Thursday schedule, offering a great work-life balance with a total of 40 hours per week. However, if a Monday to Friday arrangement works better for you, the company is open to considering that as well.

Duties

• Utilise industry knowledge to identify and reach out to potential new customers.
• Respond to sales inquiries promptly and professionally across multiple channels.
• Qualify and prioritise leads based on urgency and potential value.
• Collaborate with design and production teams to assess feasibility and costs.
• Prepare quotations for management approval.
• Maintain customer relationships and manage the sales funnel effectively.
• Keep CRM records up to date to support reporting and lead tracking.
• Attend trade shows and industry events when necessary.

Experience required

• Proven manufacturing sector experience.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• A proactive approach to identifying sales opportunities and resolving problems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary starting at £30,000 per annum, with a new business bonus structure.
• Realistic on-target earnings of approximately £45,000 in your first year.
• A full-time, permanent position with opportunities for personal development.

If you are passionate about growing businesses and building strong relationships, we highly encourage you to apply for this Sales Account Manager position. It's a fantastic chance to take the next step in your career.